Questions about Lucius Antonius (brother of Mark Antony)

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Who was Lucius Antonius brother of Mark Antony?

Lucius Antonius was the son of Marcus Antonius Creticus and Julia, a third cousin of Julius Caesar. He was also the grandson of the rhetorician Marcus Antonius Orator who had been executed by Gaius Marius' supporters in 86 BC.

When did Lucius Antonius hold the consulship?

Lucius Antonius held the consulship in 41 BC with Publius Servilius Vatia Isauricus as his senior partner. This occurred after he served as tribune of the plebs during the year of Julius Caesar's assassination in 44 BC.

What happened to Lucius Antonius at Perusia?

Three armies besieged Lucius Antonius at Perusia in Etruria during the winter of 41 BC. The city was destroyed by Octavian's forces and Lucius was compelled to surrender though his life was spared.

Why did Cicero write negatively about Lucius Antonius?

Cicero wrote about Lucius Antonius in his Philippics speeches out of great measure personal animosity. These writings gave a highly unfavorable view of his character that shaped much of modern historical perception.

How did Lucius Antonius die?

Nothing is known of the circumstances or date of Lucius Antonius death. He was sent to Spain as governor after the siege at Perusia ended which marked the end of his active political career in Rome.