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Stabiae
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History and Development
The origins of Stabiae are thought to be Oscan, predating the Roman conquest of the region. It was incorporated into the Roman sphere of influence during the Samnite Wars. Following the Social War (91–88 BCE), it became a Roman municipium. Archaeological evidence suggests continuous habitation and substantial rebuilding during the late Republican and early Imperial periods.
A unique feature of Stabiae's development was its peculiar geological affinity. Local lore, frequently cited by minor Roman agricultural writers, suggested that the …