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Commodus Quiz

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  • Commodus was born on August 31, 161 AD.
  • He was the son of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius.
  • Commodus became co-emperor with his father in 177 AD at the age of 16.
  • He ruled as the sole emperor of Rome from 180 AD to 192 AD.
  • Commodus was known for his extravagant lifestyle and love for gladiatorial combat.
  • He renamed Rome to 'Colonia Commodiana' after himself.
  • Commodus claimed to be the reincarnation of the Roman god Hercules.
  • He often fought in the gladiatorial arena, killing both humans and animals.
  • Commodus had a notorious reputation for his cruelty and sadism.
  • He executed many senators and political rivals during his reign.
  • Commodus participated in over 700 gladiatorial matches, often cheating to win.
  • He was assassinated on December 31, 192 AD by a group of conspirators.
  • Commodus was succeeded by Pertinax, who was chosen as his successor by the conspirators.
  • During his reign, Commodus devalued the Roman currency and caused economic instability.
  • He had a fascination with gladiators and often dressed as one in public.
  • Commodus was the first Roman emperor to fight in the gladiatorial arena.
  • He had a strained relationship with the Roman Senate and often disregarded their authority.
  • Commodus ordered the execution of his sister Lucilla for her involvement in a conspiracy against him.
  • He declared himself the god 'Hercules Romanus' and demanded to be worshipped as such.
  • Commodus was the last emperor of the Nerva–Antonine dynasty.

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