Claudius I
Americannoun
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Hundreds of ancient coins unearthed by a metal detectorist could be what experts say is the largest precious metal hoard found in Britain dating from the reign of Claudius I.
From BBC ● May 21, 2022
A son of the Roman Emperor Claudius I is said to have choked to death on a pear he tossed playfully into the air and then swallowed.
From Time Magazine Archive
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"Excuse me, Claudius, I did not mean to offend you."
From Doctor Claudius, A True Story by Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion)
But there was no show-off in Claudius, I think.
From Adela Cathcart, Volume 2 by MacDonald, George
"We are indeed," said Claudius; "I hope the delay will not cause you any serious inconvenience, for I suppose we shall not reach New York for a fortnight at least."
From Doctor Claudius, A True Story by Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion)
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