Claudius
Ap·pi·us [ap-ee-uhs], /ˈæp i əs/, Appius Claudius Crassus, Roman decemvir and consul, 5th cent. b.c.
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It must be noted that in this category of non-writers there are at least three who are characters in the TV series I, Claudius.
So-Called ‘Biblical Scholar’ Says Jesus A Made-Up Myth | Candida Moss, Joel Baden | October 5, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTLong before there was a Denmark, the Roman Emperor Claudius married his niece (and was poisoned).
What’s in a Name? Writers and Their Anthroponymy | Anthony Paletta | February 28, 2013 | THE DAILY BEASTI, Claudius celebrates the 35th anniversary of its U.S. broadcast this year.
PBS’ ‘I, Claudius’ Still Captivates With its Taut Drama | Jace Lacob | March 27, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTAt the heart of the show, Jacobi is stellar as Claudius, who learns to play up his physical failings to mask his own intelligence.
PBS’ ‘I, Claudius’ Still Captivates With its Taut Drama | Jace Lacob | March 27, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTThe success of I, Claudius, both in terms of critical acclaim and commercial triumph, continues to spawn successors.
PBS’ ‘I, Claudius’ Still Captivates With its Taut Drama | Jace Lacob | March 27, 2012 | THE DAILY BEAST
Claudius Domitius Nero, emperor of Rome, destroyed himself at the age of 32, and the 14th of his dominion.
The Every Day Book of History and Chronology | Joel MunsellHe attempted to negotiate with Claudius a treaty of alliance and partition.
The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire | Edward GibbonWhen Claudius ascended the throne, he was about fifty-four years of age.
The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire | Edward GibbonThe favorable instant was improved by the activity of Claudius.
The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire | Edward GibbonThe death of Claudius had revived the fainting spirit of the Goths.
The History of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire | Edward Gibbon
British Dictionary definitions for Claudius
/ (ˈklɔːdɪəs) /
full name Tiberius Claudius Drusus Nero Germanicus. 10 bc –54 ad, Roman emperor (41–54); invaded Britain (43); poisoned by his fourth wife, Agrippina
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