Catiline
At a glance:
- Series: Great Lives from History: The Ancient World, Prehistory-476
- Categories: Government and Politics
- Subcategories: Politicians, Diplomats, Empires, Dynasties, Roman Empire, Ancient Rome
- Curriculum: Western Civilization/European History, Ancient History
Article abstract: Roman statesman{$I[g]Roman Republic;Catiline} In an attempt to overthrow the Roman government in 63 b.c.e., Catiline led an unsuccessful conspiracy.
Early Life
Modern understanding of the life and career of Lucius Sergius Catilina, or Catiline (CA-tuh-lin), is hampered by a lack of reliable historical sources. Two prominent Roman authors recount many details of his life, yet the integrity of their comments is suspect. The Roman politician Cicero wrote of Catiline in several speeches, vilifying his political rival. The historian Sallust...
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