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the circus factions (Greens and Blues)
Greens and Blues
also: Prasini, Veneti
The rival chariot-racing companies of the Roman circus, the Greens (Prasini) and Blues (Veneti), commanding fierce partisan loyalty.
Reading notes
- Meditations §1.5.1 a Green or a Blue
The two great chariot-racing companies of the Roman circus — the Greens (Prasini) and the Blues (Veneti) — whose races drew fanatically partisan crowds.