Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece

As for you saying, ‘the kingdom has a large population, there are many land, and the land tax should be quite a lot’. You are really wrong! Do you know that when the conquering Mesapi and Pucciti were conceded, the decree issued by the Senate was ‘three years tax-free’. "At this point, Melsis took a dissatisfied look at Davis, because the proposal came from the king's mouth: "The land tax in the Pucciti region was not levied until last year, now the Dani It was conquered by us, but we not only did not have any benefits, but also spent a lot of money to build roads, bridges, temples, military camps... Every day the money in the national treasury was spent like water, you said that I still have More money to pay the veterans! ”

"Well, Melsis, you don't complain, a few Tarant's money, I believe that your ability can be squeezed out of the treasury." Davers smiled and looked at him.

Melsis sighed a few words and didn't talk.

"It seems that all of you have no big opinions on my proposal. I am only a rough suggestion. You still need to consult and discuss carefully, come up with a detailed and executable proposal, and return it to you. I reviewed it. But--"Davers raised a finger and reminded: "There is a principle to remember, just like the salary of ordinary officials, you have to work harder!"

"It should be more work, so that the elders who have nothing to do are less, they should be vying to take up their duties." Seta clap his hands, there are indeed some veterans in the Senate, in addition to the resolution of the hands In addition, they do not feel their presence at other times.

"This proposal will be discussed and formulated by several of you. I will submit it to me for review tomorrow morning. I will take it to the Senate in the afternoon." Davers said seriously.

Cornelus looked at other people and got a positive response, then answered seriously: "No problem, kneel."

"Next, let me talk about my other thoughts." Daphus said with a slight and heavy sigh: "Mercy has just mentioned that the territory of the kingdom is expanding, the population of the kingdom is increasing, but at the same time the treasury The consumption is also increasing. At the end of the two years, there is almost no surplus in the national treasury, which is dangerous for a country. In the event of a major disaster or war, we do not have enough reserves of gold and silver, and there is no way to Good to deal with...

The Kingdom’s business tax revenue is growing every year, which is related to the expansion of the territory and is inseparable from the efforts made by Mariji. ”

In the face of Davis' praise, Mariji was frankly accepted.

"But the growth of commercial tax is a slow process. It is impossible to have ten Tarantnes today. Tomorrow is to increase to one hundred Tarant. The income from land tax is relatively fixed. The tax exemption for the Dani is from the kingdom. In the long run, you don't have to worry about Melsis. In a few years, there will be a big increase in the land tax, but there is not much land tax, and you should not expect it to solve the financial distress.

If it wasn’t for the development of ‘Tino’s care’ a few years ago, and earned an extra income for the national treasury, today’s finances will be even more difficult. ”

When it comes to this, Cornelus and Lucias are slightly ashamed. In those days, they strongly opposed the implementation of "Tino's care" and thought it was a kind of gambling, which would make people's morality corrupt. In fact, this situation did not appear, but instead gave the Treasury more income.

"But the 'Tino's care' income is about 100 Tarantons per year, and there will be no more changes... Now we should consider adding more resources!" Daves added a tone to everyone. A jump in my heart.

Cornelus asked carefully: "Your Majesty, do you want to increase taxes?"

Davers squinted and glanced at him and said, "What's wrong with the tax increase? You used to say that the Greek city-state did not have a tradition of collecting direct taxes. Now, look at which of the other Greek powers in the Mediterranean. Is the tax higher than Daionia?

In the past, Syracuse received a tax of up to 30% during the period of Dionysius. Now they receive a 5% special war tax every year. They claim to be guarding Carthage. Who knows who they are guarding against? !

Sparta does not need to say that its land is completely concentrated in the hands of the state. The only food that is usually allocated to citizens is barely enough to eat. All other money is used for armaments.

And Athens, I believe you all know. At the end of last year, they implemented a special tax system - property tax, one-fifth of the actual property of each Athens citizen was registered, and one to two percent of this property was collected each year, which is comparable to our charge. The citizen land tax is much higher!

Corinth, Argos, and Mecca are all tax increases. Not to mention Debys, it is completely controlled by Sparta, and the tribute paid far exceeds the taxes paid by its citizens. The direct taxes collected by these city-states are much higher than the land tax of Dionia, and the Diaonia citizens should be very happy!

As the king of Diaonia, I must consider the governance of the kingdom and the life of the people. Therefore, of course, the tax increase cannot be added casually. Be careful. But there is a tax, I found that it will not affect the lives of the people, but also should be collected. ”

Davers stopped his words and everyone fell into thought.

"Your Majesty, what kind of tax do you say?" Melsis asked eagerly.

"Remains - production - tax." Daphus screamed a word.

Estate tax? The five rotating presidencies and Seta have some doubts, and Melsis and Mariji are thoughtful.

"If Ansitas is here, he will understand." Daphus looked at their expressions and tweeted, then explained: "This tax has been practiced in Egypt for hundreds of years, when the property owner wants When transferring property to a loved one or other person, the court will also take 1/10 of its property as a tax paid to the state while acknowledging that the transfer is effective.

I think we can also apply estate taxes in the kingdom because it has many benefits. First, it can increase the taxation of the kingdom. Second, it can adjust the gap between the rich and the poor among citizens.

This is especially important. If the first citizen of a kingdom continues to accumulate merits, he will probably have dozens of acres by the age of 50. If it is a successful kingdom businessman, it will be even worse. At least he can drop dozens or even hundreds of Tarant in his life. Compared with the new citizens who have just joined the kingdom and worked hard to survive, the children of these old citizens can live comfortably without contributing to the kingdom. Even if they pass on for generations, they can easily become domestic. The landlord and the rich. In the long run, it will cause the hatred of ordinary citizens, and it is not conducive to the stability of the kingdom, so we need to use the inheritance tax to adjust. ”

"Is it difficult for citizens to strive for merit and wealth, is not to let their lives live well, can they be passed on to their children and grandchildren?! The implementation of inheritance tax, I am afraid it will strike their enthusiasm!" Lucias asked in confusion.

“Trying to get the merits to make yourself a good life, the kingdom is fully supportive. We are not giving a variety of material and honor rewards! Place, medals... even for the citizens of the citizens to provide excellent learning and training Place. But too much wealth left to the next generation will only cultivate the luxuries of the next generation of citizens, making them lack the motivation to struggle, and become greedy for pleasure, not willing to contribute to the kingdom. So we can set up the inheritance tax Some conditions to guide wealthy citizens to use their wealth reasonably. For example, donating public buildings can reduce the rate of collecting estate taxes... This will also make ordinary citizens look at these rich people in a friendly way. Three benefits," Daves explained patiently.

"But your Majesty, some citizens have not had much wealth, and they have to collect the inheritance tax. Is it too harsh?" Cornelus said cautiously.

"You raised this question well!" Daves praised, solemnly said: "I don't think it is necessary to collect inheritance tax for all citizens of the kingdom. How much property does not charge inheritance tax? Citizens who have how much property is charged 5 percent of the estate tax? Citizens with how much property collects 10% of the estate tax? Citizens who own the property collect 20% or 30% of the estate tax?... After the five rotating presidents go down, the same Melsis and Mariji discussed together and came up with a rough draft. We went to the Senate to file a motion. I think this will be a long and intense discussion, but in the end it will be established. I am very confident, because every citizen of the kingdom wants his child to be a hero who is aggressive and can create more brilliant achievements than himself, rather than just knowing the waste of eating, drinking, and playing! And our veterans hope that the future kingdom will be stable. A harmonious society, not a rich man, a place where civilians have no place, and a terrible situation that may cause riots at any time!"

"Your Majesty, I think the elders will appreciate your painstaking efforts. The bill for collecting the estate tax will definitely be established!" Anta Orris immediately showed his attitude ~www.novelmtl.com~ Others have expressed their support. Among them, Melsis is the most active.

"Next, let's talk about the "Greek Congress of Scholars"." Speaking of this matter, Daphus's face also showed a dignified and excited look: "With the strength of our Kingdom of Dionia, it is already The most powerful of the entire Mediterranean Greek countries. But in many places, especially in Greece, the people there do not think that Dionia is a Greek city-state, but despise that Dionia is only a group of barbaric, backward, A big tribal alliance composed of ignorant barbarians. We need to let other Greeks know about us and understand that our Kingdom of Dionia is not only powerful, but also advanced in civilization and culture! If the Greek world was said decades ago The example to be learned is Athens, then today's Turin of Dionia is the center of Greek culture! Let the people of the Greek world know about us and get close to us. This is what I specifically propose to hold the "Greek National Academic Conference". purpose!"

After listening to the impassioned words of Daves, everyone was a little excited.

Lucias immediately said: "His Majesty, "The All-Greek Scholars' Annual Meeting" is mainly held in the Dionysian Academy, but this is also the glory of Turui. Our Turif City Hall will do its utmost to assist The Dionysian Academy is a good conference for this scholar."