The History of Rome

057- Germanicus

36 snips
Feb 28, 2010
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
ANECDOTE

Pannonian Mutiny

  • In 14 AD, Pannonian legions mutinied, looting the countryside while awaiting Rome's response.
  • Tiberius sent his son Drusus, who offered pardons and trials for mutiny leaders, successfully quelling the unrest.
ANECDOTE

Rhine Mutiny

  • Rhine legions mutinied, mirroring Pannonia.
  • Germanicus, unlike Drusus, granted concessions unilaterally, quelling the mutiny but raising concerns in Rome.
INSIGHT

Inactivity Breeds Mutiny

  • Germanicus believed inactivity caused mutinies.
  • He planned to occupy the Rhine legions to prevent further unrest, raising Tiberius's suspicions.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app