Vespasian endured the loss of his father
At the tender age of ten, Vespasian endured the loss of his father, Titus Flavius Sabinus, plunging him into a world of early responsibility.
A coup in Rome reached Vespasian’s ears
Vespasian, stationed in Judea, was focused on quelling the Jewish revolt. Amidst the tumult of battle, news of a coup in Rome reached Vespasian's ears
Vespasian’s rise to prominence
Vespasian's rise to prominence occurred during one of the most tumultuous periods in Roman history.
Vespasian was born into a humble family
Vespasian was born into a humble family in rural Italy and began his career as a military officer. He quickly rose through the ranks
The establishment of the Flavian dynasty
Vespasian's reign laid the groundwork for the establishment of the Flavian dynasty. His sons, Titus and Domitian, would continue his legacy
Vespasian’s forces achieved a decisive victory against Vitellius
Vespasian's forces achieved a decisive victory against Vitellius at the Second Battle of Bedriacum. It remains remains a pivotal moment
Vitellius incited a rebellion against Otho
Vitellius incited a rebellion against Otho, setting the stage for the First Battle of Bedriacum. He was a prominent figure
Otho’s forces clashed with Galba’s troops in the streets of Rome
As Otho's forces clashed with Galba's troops in the streets of Rome, a pivotal moment in Roman history unfolded.
Galba met his demise before reaching Rome
Tragically, Galba met his demise before reaching Rome and solidifying his rule. His sudden death sent shockwaves throughout the empire.
Galba’s ascension to the imperial throne unfolded in Hispania
Galba's ascension to the imperial throne unfolded in Hispania, a pivotal moment in Roman history.