What Happened This Year 38

Historical Events from This Year 38

Politics & Government

Drusilla Deified by Emperor Caligula

September 23rd, 38 1986 years ago

Drusilla, the sister of Emperor Caligula, was deified following her death in June. Caligula, known for his controversial reign and behaviors, is rumored to have had an incestuous relationship with Drusilla, which added to the scandalous narratives surrounding the imperial family. Her deification was part of the broader imperial cult practices in Rome, where deceased emperors and their relatives were venerated. This event underscored the intertwining of politics, family dynamics, and religion in the Roman Empire, highlighting Caligula's legacy and its complexities.

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