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From "Archimedes" by Heath, Thomas Little, Sir
Marcellus
The Roman general leading the siege of Syracuse.
Core Belief
"Military strength and discipline are the keys to conquest and maintaining Roman power."
Worldview
The world is a battleground where victory goes to the strong and adaptable.
Personality
A determined and resourceful military leader, frustrated by Archimedes's inventions; ultimately respects Archimedes's genius.
In Their Own Words
"Shall we not make an end of fighting with this geometrical Briareus?"
"Marcellus was most of all afflicted at the death of Archimedes."
"Desisted from all fighting and assault, putting all his hope in a long siege."
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