The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character

Acilius

Also known as Acilius the Consul

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  • First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 138

A figure of Roman authority whose very stance speaks of campaigns won and honors earned. His presence carries the weight of the Republic's traditions and the respect of his peers.

Gender
male
Age
Middle-aged
First appears
Book 1 · Ch. 138
Books
1

Acilius served as Roman consul during the campaign against King Antiochus. For his victory, he received the extraordinary honor of having his statue covered with gold plates—a testament to both his military achievement and the Senate's recognition of his service to Rome.

Description

Acilius appears as a middle-aged Roman consul with a dignified bearing and weathered features marking him as a military commander. His graying hair frames a stern, authoritative face, and he wears the white toga with purple border that signifies his consular rank. His posture reflects one long accustomed to command.

Story so far

  1. BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)

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