Otho
Roman Emperor in 69 AD
Roman Emperor in 69 AD
Ascended to the Roman throne after the death of Nero in 68 AD. Reigned for a brief period before facing opposition from Vitellius. Committed suicide following his defeat in the Battle of Bedriacum, marking a significant episode in the Year of the Four Emperors.
Served as a Roman emperor for a few months
Faced and lost to Vitellius in battle
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