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Is there a consistent trend in historical empires wherein the conquering dynasty appoints new nobles/elites in its captured provinces then slowly loses central power over those nobles as they grow entrenched and wealthy? If so, was it recognized and were any steps taken to prevent this process?

by /u/jurble in /r/AskHistorians

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