The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Menophilus
Also known as Lieutenant Menophilus
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 29
A lieutenant of the senate whose military bearing speaks to both martial discipline and political authority. His presence commands the small but crucial forces defending ancient walls.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult during events
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 29
- Books
- 1
Menophilus served as one of twenty lieutenants of the senate defending Aquileia, commanding a small body of regular troops against overwhelming odds. His role in this desperate defense marks him as a figure of Roman military tradition.
Description
An adult military officer whose senatorial lieutenant's attire and military bearing reflect his dual role as both political appointee and battlefield commander. His posture and presence suggest someone accustomed to authority over regular troops.
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)
Appearances
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