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Galba (/ ˈ ɡ æ l b ə /, GAL-bə; born Servius Sulpicius Galba; 24 December 3 BC – 15 January AD 69) was Roman emperor, ruling from AD 68 to 69. He was the first emperor in the Year of the Four Emperors and assumed the throne following Emperor Nero 's suicide.
- 8 June 68 – 15 January 69
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emperor (68-69), Roman Empire. governor (60-68), Nearer Spain. Galba (born Dec. 24, 3 bc —died Jan. 15, ad 69, Rome) was a Roman emperor for seven months ( ad 68–69), whose administration was priggishly upright, though his advisers allegedly were corrupt. Galba was the son of the consul Gaius Sulpicius Galba and Mummia Achaica, and in ...
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Aug 23, 2012 · Galba was Roman emperor from June 68 to January 69 CE. With the death of Emperor Nero on June 9, 68 CE, the Julio-Claudian dynasty officially ended, leaving the Roman Empire without a clear successor...
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Jun 21, 2020 · Galba’s death, a violent end that epitomized the brutal power struggles of his time, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers inherent in the Roman imperial system. The manner of his demise—betrayed and murdered by those he sought to lead—offers a poignant commentary on the challenges of leadership and the often-fleeting nature of ...
- Augustus Predicted That Emperor Galba Would One Day Rule Rome. According to the Roman historian Suetonis, Emperor Augustus singled out Galba when he was a very young boy, telling him “you too will taste a little of my glory child.”
- Galba Was Ambitious and Hard-Working. A determined and ambitious Galba began his senatorial career at a very young age, working his way up the Emperor’s service.
- He Refused The First Offer To Become Emperor. When Emperor Caligula died, many tried to persuade Galba to take his place but he pointedly refused. Instead he let Emperor Claudius take up the role.
- Galba’s Leadership Signaled The End Of The Julio-Claudian Dynasty. Emperor Nero’s death, an engraving by Englebert Kaempfer, 1651-1716. Galba was busy leading a gruesome battle in Spain when the offer of leadership came to him.
The Roman Empire. Emperors. Galba et al | PBS. Bust of Galba during his reign. Following Nero’s death, Rome was plunged into chaos. Warring generals jostled for power. In the space of just over...
Nov 14, 2023 · November 14, 2023. 6 min read. When we think of Roman Emperors, the name Galba may not resonate as loudly as some of his more illustrious predecessors, but his fascinating story provides a unique insight into the struggles the Roman Empire faced to stay afloat. This article embarks on a journey through the life, policies, and legacy of Servius ...
