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Apollonius

General of the Eastern Roman Empire

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About Apollonius

Apollonius was a Roman.

Apollonius (Greek: Άπολλώνιος; fl. 443–451) was a general of the Eastern Roman Empire.

Biography

Apollonius was a Pagan and well-educated. Before 448 he converted to Christianity. He received two letters by Theodoret. and until 451, when he was sent to Attila as ambassador; in that occasion the King of the Huns sent Apollonius back as he had not brought the tribute Attila had been expecting.

Apollonius might be the Flavius Apollonius who was consul in 460.

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Important facts

Positions held
Magister militum
Also known as
Apollonios

Frequently asked questions

Who was Apollonius?

general of the Eastern Roman Empire

What nationality was Apollonius?

Apollonius was Roman.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Apollonius

· Wikidata: Q3620717

· DBpedia: Apollonius (magister militum)

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