The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
John the Primicerius
Also known as First Tribune of the Notaries, Primicerius John, Officer John
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 139
There's an air of official competence about this administrator—the polished demeanor of one skilled in the intricacies of imperial bureaucracy. His presence suggests both authority and the careful navigation of political waters.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Middle-aged
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 139
- Books
- 1
John the Primicerius began as first tribune of the notaries, qualified by his dexterity in business and former intimacy with Alaric. His career took a dramatic turn when he usurped Honorius's throne, only to be defeated and beheaded in the circus of Aquileia. Later, as a principal officer under Basiliscus, he met his end at sea, choosing to drown rather than surrender to the Vandals.
Description
A Roman official bearing the titles of first tribune of the notaries and primicerius, with the dignified appearance appropriate to high administrative office. His features reflect both his bureaucratic competence and the weight of his official responsibilities.
Story so far
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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