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Lucius Aurelius Orestes

200 BC – 160 BC

Roman consul 126 BC

Politician Military personnel
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About Lucius Aurelius Orestes

Lived 200 BC – 160 BC. Lucius Aurelius Orestes was a Roman politician and military personnel.

Lucius Aurelius Orestes was a Roman politician who served as consul of the Roman Republic in 126 BC with Marcus Aemilius Lepidus. He had served as praetor some time before 129 BC. After his consulship, he was assigned as proconsul in Sardinia, with Marcus Aemilius Scaurus and Gaius Gracchus as his subordinates. His command in Sardinia was prorogued in 124 BC, which his quaestor and lieutenant Gaius Gracchus responded to by deserting for home to stand for plebeian tribune. After winning victory over the natives, he triumphed in 122 BC.

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Important facts

Born
200 BC, Ancient Rome
Birth century
2nd century BC
Died
160 BC
Occupation
Politician, military personnel
Nationality
Ancient Rome
Positions held
Ancient Roman senator, Roman consul
Also known as
L. Aurelius Orestes

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Lucius Aurelius Orestes?

Roman consul 126 BC

When was Lucius Aurelius Orestes born?

Lucius Aurelius Orestes was born in 200 BC in Ancient Rome.

When did Lucius Aurelius Orestes die?

Lucius Aurelius Orestes died in 160 BC.

What was Lucius Aurelius Orestes's occupation?

Lucius Aurelius Orestes was a politician and military personnel.

What nationality was Lucius Aurelius Orestes?

Lucius Aurelius Orestes was Roman.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lucius Aurelius Orestes

· Wikidata: Q3300502

· DBpedia: Lucius Aurelius Orestes (consul 126 BC)

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