Why would a provincial non-citizen have been attracted to join Augustus' auxiliary military units?
A) Veterans were made citizens after a term of honorable service.
B) Auxiliaries were paid more than legionnaires.
C) Provincials who refused to serve as auxiliaries had to pay heavy fines.
D) Non-citizens of new provinces were enslaved if they did not join.
E) Veterans were allowed to settle in Rome after a term of service.
Answer: A
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