When was Marcus Salvius Otho born?
Marcus Salvius Otho entered the world on the 28th of April AD 32. His grandfather Marcus had served as a senator before him.
Questions about Otho
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Why did Nero exile Otho to Lusitania in 58 or 59?
Nero exiled Otho to the province of Lusitania in 58 or 59 after forcing him to divorce his mistress Poppaea Sabina so that Nero could marry her instead. Otho proved capable as governor yet never forgave Nero for this treatment.
How long did Otho reign as Roman emperor during the Year of Four Emperors?
Otho reigned three months total from January 69 until his death on the 16th of April 69 AD. His 91-day reign was shortest until Pertinax ruled 87 days in 193.
What happened at the Battle of Bedriacum on the 14th of April 69 AD?
The decisive engagement occurred at the Battle of Bedriacum on the 14th of April 69 AD approximately 35 kilometers from Cremona. The battle resulted in a decisive defeat for Otho's forces when Praetorian Guard fled before engaging in close combat.
Who wrote about Marcus Salvius Otho in ancient literature and what did they say?
Suetonius described his appearance and personal hygiene in The Lives of the Caesars while Juvenal called him vain and effeminate in Satire II. Roman poet Martial expressed admiration during Domitian's reign AD 81, 96 for choice to spare empire from civil war through sacrificing himself.