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Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus

35 BC – AD 36

Roman politician and soldier, consul in 1 BC

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About Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus

Lived 35 BC – AD 36 (aged 69–70). Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus was a Roman politician and military personnel.

Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus was a Roman senator and general, who was consul in 1 BC with Lucius Calpurnius Piso the Augur as his colleague.

Originally born Cossus Cornelius Lentulus, Gaetulicus was a member of the patrician Lentulus branch of the Cornelii clan.

Despite giving the appearance of laziness, he was given a number of important commands. After serving as consul in 1 BC alongside Lucius Calpurnius Piso, he was elected proconsul of Africa in 6 AD. Whilst there, he fought a successful campaign against the Gaetuli, which earned him the agnomen Gaetulicus. One of the few individuals trusted by the emperor Tiberius,

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Important facts

Born
35 BC
Birth century
1st century BC
Died
AD 36
Occupation
Politician, military personnel
Nationality
Ancient Rome
Positions held
Ancient Roman senator, Quindecimviri sacris faciundis, Roman consul, Proconsul of Africa
Also known as
Cossus Cornelius Lentulus

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus?

Roman politician and soldier, consul in 1 BC

When was Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus born?

Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus was born in 35 BC.

When did Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus die?

Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus died in AD 36.

What was Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus's occupation?

Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus was a politician and military personnel.

What nationality was Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus?

Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus was Roman.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus

· Wikidata: Q548539

· DBpedia: Cossus Cornelius Lentulus Gaetulicus

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