Agrippa Postumus
Roman noble and last descendant of Agrippa
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None
None years ago
Died
August 20th, 14
2010 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Born to Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa, Agrippa Postumus was a Roman noble during the reign of Augustus. He was the last male descendant of Agrippa, a close ally of Augustus and a prominent general. Agrippa Postumus was initially favored as a successor but later was exiled to the island of Planasia following political rivalries and shifting allegiances within the imperial family. His life unfolded against a backdrop of political intrigue and he remained in obscurity until his execution on charges of conspiracy against Tiberius. The circumstances surrounding his life and death illustrate the complexities of Roman imperial succession.
Being the last male descendant of Agrippa
Exile to Planasia
Execution on charges of conspiracy
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