Olyndicus
2nd-century BC Celtiberian war chief who led a rebellion against Rome
About Olyndicus
Lived 200 BC – 170 BC. Olyndicus was a priest.
Olyndicus (?–170 BC), also known as Olonicus, was a Celtiberian war chief who led a rebellion against Rome, fighting against the praetor Lucius Canuleius Dives and his troops, in the province of Hispania Ulterior. According to Florus, he was a great leader, and a cunning and daring warrior.
Olyndicus was said to have behaved like a prophet and to have led his troops wielding a magical silver lance, sent to him by the gods from the sky.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Olyndicus?
2nd-century BC Celtiberian war chief who led a rebellion against Rome
When was Olyndicus born?
Olyndicus was born in 200 BC in Hispania Citerior.
When did Olyndicus die?
Olyndicus died in 170 BC.
What was Olyndicus's occupation?
Olyndicus was a priest.
What nationality was Olyndicus?
Olyndicus's recorded nationality: Celtiberia.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Olyndicus. https://biography.guide/olyndicus/
MLA: "Olyndicus." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/olyndicus/.
Chicago: "Olyndicus." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/olyndicus/.
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