About Probus
Born 450. Probus was a Roman politician.
Probus (floruit 510–513) was a Roman politician and consul for 513.
He came from a family renowned for its learning, and he himself is praised for his culture by Ennodius (Letters, VIII.21, autumn 510).
In 512 he was a vir illustris; the following year he held the consulate .
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Who was Probus?
5th century Roman politician
When was Probus born?
Probus was born in 450.
What was Probus's occupation?
Probus was a politician.
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Probus was Roman.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Probus (consul 513)
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