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This ensured Pompey's acquittal, and shows how Pompey had to use political connections in instances where he could not save himself. The most important connection in launching Pompey's career was his friendship with Sulla. Because Strabo had been successful under Sulla in the social war, Sulla already trusted Pompey...
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Although young, Pompey was able to recruit a legion from Picenum, Appian says this is because of the influence his father had there. (App.Civil Wars.236). By 83BC Pompey was able to join Sulla at Brundisium, bringing with him three legions . Sulla offered his step-daughter in marriage to cement their political alliance...
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