Lucius cornelius Sulla (6 juin 138 av. J.-C. – 23 mai 78 av. J.-C.)
Description:
Favored general of the optimates who had earlier been Marius assitant. Became consul in 88 bce. in a campain against Mithridates his power was taken away at the last second, he got an army and returned to Rome wiping out his oponents and then leaving to fight Mithridates. After he returned his political changes in Rome we're undone so he butchered his opponents and took power in 81 bce. taking the position of dictator for 2 years instead of the recommended half year. His abuse of power became a blueprint for later power abuse of the leaders.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
6 juin 138 av. J.-C.
23 mai 78 av. J.-C.
~ 60 years
