Conflict began with the struggle for a more equal distribution of wealth. The late wars had left many plebeians in poverty; when serving in the army, farms were either neglected or ravaged by enemies, families were driven from their homes, and properties were destroyed. Thus, many plebeians were deprived of their means of subsistence and fell into a deplorable state of poverty. On the other hand, the patricians mostly lived in the city, thus, their properties were protected by the city walls …show more content…
With the vast difference in political and economic status between patricians and plebeians, it’s a given that dissatisfaction would arise one way or another. This dissatisfaction of the lower classes, however, was compounded by the fact that the patricians were as selfish and oppressive as the kings both had united to overthrow. With the continuous disrespect of the plebeians, and their lack of any substantial rights, revolt was simply inevitable. Even though the results of the first secession led to slight progress towards equality, it was not after several more revolts and long periods of struggle that the plebeians and patricians would finally be able to achieve equality and live