Discover the rise of Pompey, the renowned Roman general, from his early conquests to his confrontations with traitors. Explore the political turmoil in ancient Rome as Marius and Sulla clash for power. Follow Pompey's strategic triumphs in the Sertorian War, his battle against bold pirates, and his political maneuvers to secure authority amidst Senate opposition.
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Pompey's Early Heroism
At 18, Pompey thwarted an assassination attempt in his father's camp by a tentmate.
He showed courage and leadership, averting a mutiny and saving his father.
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Pompey's Trial and First Marriage
Pompey faced prosecution for theft after his father's death but was acquitted.
His intellectual curiosity and boldness impressed the judge, leading to his first marriage.
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Pompey's Alignment with Sulla
Pompey's decision to side with Sulla was pivotal.
Sulla's return marked a turning point, and Pompey's allegiance shaped his trajectory.
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Pompey, the Great. Part 1 of 3. Pompey's rise to become one of Rome's greatest generals - before he's even old enough to hold office. How he got the nickname of "Kid Butcher" or "The Butcher Boy".
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Key Names: Agesilaus of Sparta Julius Caesar Alexander the Great Pompeius STRABO (father) Social War Gaius MARIUS (populist consul) Lucius Cornelius CINNA (populist consul) Lucius Cornelius SULLA (optimate consul & dictator) MITHRIDATES - King of Pontus Gnaeus Papirius CARBO (populist consul) Antistia (first wife) Marcus Licinius CRASSUS Marcus Aemilus LEPIDUS (rebel consul) Marcus Junius BRUTUS (Father of the conspirator) Quintus Lutatius CATULUS (optimate stalwart) Quintus Sertorius Quintus Caecilus METELLUS PIUS (P's fellow general in Spain) Marcus PERPERNA (populist ally of Sertorius) Spartacus Marcus Terentius VARRO (the scholar) Lucius Licinius LUCULLUS (rival general) Quintus HORTENSIUS Hortalus (optimate stalwart) Aulus GABINIUS (P's tribune buddy) The Pirates "Quirites" (the Roman citizenry)
Key Places: Rome Picenum Asculum North Africa Mutina Spain Lauron Sucro River Ostia (Rome's port)
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