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proconsul, in ancient Rome, governor of a province. He was in sole charge of the army, of justice, and of administration in his province and could not be prosecuted for maladministration until his office expired. In modern times the title has sometimes been used for a colonial governor with far-reaching powers.
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What was the role of a proconsul in Augustus time?
Augustus named an official called a proconsul, or governor, to oversee each of Rome's provinces. These new local officials replaced the politicians who had been appointed by the Senate. Augustus himself often visited the provinces to inspect the work of the proconsuls.
Who was Julius Severus?
There were a few famous Julius Severus'. Sextus Julius Severus was a famed Roman general & governor from the 2nd century. He even became governor of Britain, and was often sent to troubled areas to calm them into Roman rule. There were two notable men named Gaius Julius Severus. The first was a Roman tribune around the end of the first century, the second was a proconsul to Asia in the 150s.
What happened to Rome when Nero died?
Civil war among the cities of Rome. Then Vespasian (Nero's proconsul) took over because Nero never married.
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What was the heart of Roman society?
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