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Cneius Pompeius
CNEIUS POMPEIUS the elder son of the ill- fated Gnaius Pompeius (Magnus) Date: 75 - 45 BCE
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Cneius Pompeius, the Elder Son of the Ill-Fated Gnaeus Pompeius (Magnus): A Portrait of Roman Nobility and Tragedy This evocative portrait captures the likeness of Cneius Pompeius, the elder son of the renowned Roman general and statesman, Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, also known as Pompey the Great (76-48 BCE). Born around 75 BCE, Cneius Pompeius was the eldest child of Pompey and his wife, Mucia Tertia. This image offers a glimpse into the life of a young man who, though destined for greatness in his own right, was ultimately overshadowed by the tragic downfall of his father. Pompey the Great was a powerful and influential figure in the late Roman Republic, renowned for his military prowess and political acumen. He played a pivotal role in the civil wars that followed the collapse of the Roman Republic, aligning himself with Julius Caesar and Crassus in the First Triumvirate. However, their alliance was short-lived, and Pompey eventually went into exile in Egypt, where he was assassinated on the orders of Cleopatra VII and her brother Ptolemy XIII in 48 BCE. Cneius Pompeius, who was only around 27 years old at the time of his father's death, was left to navigate the treacherous political landscape of Rome in the aftermath of his father's demise. Despite his youth and inexperience, he managed to maintain his family's influence and even played a role in the civil war between Caesar and Pompey's supporters. However, he was eventually captured and executed by Caesar's forces in 45 BCE. This portrait of Cneius Pompeius offers a poignant reminder of the fragility of power and the harsh realities of Roman politics. The young man's serious expression and the intricately detailed toga suggest a sense of nobility and dignity, despite the tragic circumstances that would soon befall him. The portrait also serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of the Pompeii family, whose influence on Roman history would be felt for generations to come.
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