Arminius
Americannoun
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Hermann, 17? b.c.–a.d. 21, Germanic hero who defeated Roman army a.d. 9.
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Jacobus Jacob Harmensen, 1560–1609, Dutch Protestant theologian.
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Also: Hermann. ?17 bc –?21 ad , Germanic chieftain: organized a revolt against the Romans in 9 a.d
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Jacobus. (dʒəˈkəʊbəs), real name Jacob Harmensen. 1560–1609, Dutch Protestant theologian
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I have asked my friend Arminius, of Buda-Pesth University, to make his record; and, from all the means that are, he tell me of what he has been.
From Literature
Like their rivals, Arminius and his followers summarized their positions in five points; hence the term Quinquarticular Controversy.
From New York Times
The piece depicted Arminius, a German chieftain and Roman solider who was part of a famous battle in 9 A.D.
From Washington Times
"The Return of Arminius," painted for Joseph II., and the "Vestal Virgin," are among her best known works.
From Project Gutenberg
By Arminius V�mb�ry, Member of the Hungarian Academy of Pesth, by whom he was sent on this Scientific Mission.
From Project Gutenberg
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