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Also Known As Tiberius Claudius Caesar Augustus Germanicus • Tiberius Claudius Nero Germanicus
Born August 1, 10 BCE • Lyon • France
Died October 13, 54
Title / Office emperor (41-54), Roman Empire
House / Dynasty Julio-Claudian dynasty
Notable Family Members spouse Julia Agrippina • spouse Messalina Valeria • father Nero Claudius Drusus Germanicus • brother Germanicus
Role In Battle of the Medway

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