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[7] We are told that Mamertius was rewarded for his wonderful art by having his name mentioned in a song which the Salii sing as they perform their war-dance. Some, however, say that the song does not commemorate Veturius Mamurius, but ‘veterem memoriam,’ that is to say, ancient remembrance.

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