The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Pompey the Great
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 174
Pompey radiates the quiet confidence of a man born to command, his presence suggesting both the refinement of patrician birth and the practical authority of a general who has led men in distant campaigns.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult man during events (exact age unspecified)
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 174
- Books
- 1
Pompey the Great, nephew of Anastasius and brother of Hypatius, began as a patrician with galleys and legions at his command, conducting campaigns as far as the Phasis in pursuit of Mithridates. His arms proved insufficient for the conquest of Arabia, and his life ended in execution alongside his brother when brought before the emperor's feet.
Description
Pompey appears as a Roman patrician of adult years, with the dignified bearing that comes from both noble birth and military command. His features suggest the refinement of his class, while his presence carries the authority of one who has led galleys and legions in distant campaigns.
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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