Roman Empire — Minor Figures

Poppaea Sabina

Histories I.9-13 · with Nero “Thus it was to Otho, as being already in the secret, that Nero entrusted his favourite mistress, Poppaea Sabina, until he could get rid of Octavia.”
Histories I.9-13 · with Otho “Thus it was to Otho, as being already in the secret, that Nero entrusted his favourite mistress, Poppaea Sabina, until he could get rid of Octavia.”

Lucius Vestinus

Histories IV.51-54 · employer: Vespasian “Vespasian now devoted his attention to the affairs of Italy and the Capitol, and received an unfavourable report of Domitian, who seemed to be trespassing beyond the natural sphere of an emperor's youthful son. He accordingly handed over the flower of his army to Titus, who was to finish off the war with the Jews. It is said that before his departure Titus had a long talk with his father and begged him not to be rash and lose his temper at these incriminating reports, but to meet his son in a forgiving and unprejudiced spirit, 'Neither legions nor fleets,' he is reported to have said, 'are such sure bulwarks of the throne as a number of children. Time, chance and often, too, ambition and misunderstanding weaken, alienate or extinguish friendship: a man's own blood cannot be severed from him; and above all is this the case with a sovereign, for, while others enjoy his good fortune, his misfortunes only concern his nearest kin. Nor again are brothers likely to remain good friends unless their father sets them an example.' These words had the effect of making Vespasian rather delighted at Titus' goodness of heart than inclined to forgive Domitian. 'You may ease your mind,' he said to Titus, 'It is now your duty to increase the prestige of Rome on the field: I will concern myself with peace at home.' Though the weather was still very rough, Vespasian at once launched his fastest corn-ships with a full cargo. For the city was on the verge of famine. Indeed, there were not supplies for more than ten days in the public granaries at the moment when Vespasian's convoy brought relief. The task of restoring the Capitol was entrusted to Lucius Vestinus, who, though only a knight, yet in reputation and influence could rank with the highest.”

Betuus Cilo

Histories I.36-39 · enemies with Galba “That is Galba's only ”

Cingonius

Histories I.36-39 · enemies with Galba “That is Galba's only ”

Cornelius Marcellus

Histories I.36-39 · enemies with Galba “That is Galba's only ”

Icelus

Histories I.9-13 · employer: Galba “The real power of the throne was divided between the consul, Titus Vinius, and Cornelius Laco, the prefect of the Guards; and an influence as great was enjoyed by Icelus, one of Galba's freedmen, who had been given the gold ring and was now greeted by the name of Marcianus.”

Nymphidius

Histories I.36-39 · enemies with Galba “That is Galba's only ”

Obultronius Sabinus

Histories I.36-39 · enemies with Galba “That is Galba's only ”

Turpilianus

Histories I.36-39 · enemies with Galba “That is Galba's only ”

Flavius Vespasianus

Histories I.9-13 · employer: Nero “The Jewish war was being conducted by Flavius Vespasianus--appointed by Nero--with three legions.”
Histories I.9-13 · child: Titus “Indeed he had sent his son Titus to carry his compliments and offer allegiance, an incident we must reserve for its proper place.”

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Extracted from the original text of Tacitus — The Histories & The Annals (Books I-VI) & Agricola. Made with Rho MD.