Throughout history, dictatorial rulers have been a consistent presence, evolving from tribal chieftains and monarchs to modern-day autocrats. Even in different settings, these leaders had 1 thing in common: pursuing and maintaining power by utilizing diverse tools to safe their dominance. In ancient times it was frequently adequate for a ruler to claim divine endorsement, specified as being the typical of a rain or fire god, and to destruct any threat or expression of disobedience.
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