Claudius' Ascension to Power Flashcards
(14 cards)
What political tool was established by the murder of Gaius?
Assassination
The murder of Gaius established assassination as a viable political tool in ancient Rome.
Who was discovered hiding by the Praetorian Guard after Gaius’ assassination?
Claudius
Claudius was discovered hiding by the Praetorian Guard after the assassination of Gaius.
What amount did Claudius promise each Praetorian Guard to secure their loyalty?
15,000 sesterces
Claudius became the first of the Caesars to purchase the loyalty of his troops by promising each Praetorian Guard 15,000 sesterces.
What were the two main views expressed regarding the future of Roman governance after Gaius’ death?
- Return of the Republic
- Continuation of the Principate
Various views were expressed, including a return to the Republic and the continuation of the Principate with different candidates.
Who was one of the candidates mentioned for the continuation of the Principate?
Vinicianus
Vinicianus was one of the candidates considered for the continuation of the Principate.
What did Josephus describe as unrealistic after Gaius’ assassination?
Return to senatorial government
Josephus stated that a return to senatorial government was totally unrealistic following the events of Gaius’ assassination.
How long did it take for Claudius to be established as princeps?
Two days
After two days of uncertainty following Gaius’ assassination, Claudius was established as princeps.
What action did Claudius take to distance himself from tyranny?
Established a general amnesty
Claudius established a general amnesty to distance himself from tyranny after his ascension.
What was a significant consequence of how Claudius came to power?
Damage to his relationship with the Senate
Claudius’ military backing led to irreparable damage in his relationship with the Senate.
What did Claudius attempt to emulate to repair his relationship with the Senate?
Attitude towards the imperial cult
Claudius tried to repair his relationship with the Senate by emulating Augustus’ attitude towards the imperial cult.
Who was Camillus Scribonianus?
Roman Senator and Consul in 32 AD
Camillus Scribonianus was a Roman Senator and Consul who revolted against Claudius.
What was the outcome of Camillus Scribonianus’ revolt against Claudius?
Lasted 5 days; he was denounced as a public enemy
The revolt lasted 5 days as he failed to convince enough troops, resulting in his denouncement as a public enemy.
What did Scribonianus’ soldiers do during his revolt?
Refused to listen to him
Scribonianus’ soldiers eventually refused to listen to him during his revolt.
What happened to Camillus Scribonianus after the revolt?
Committed suicide
Following the failure of his revolt, Camillus Scribonianus committed suicide.
