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Claudii Pulchri

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The Claudii Pulchri were a prominent Roman family, or gens, known for its distinguished members who held significant political and military positions throughout Roman history.

Key figures include:
* Appius Claudius Sabinus Inregillensis: Traditionally considered the founder of the Claudian clan, he migrated from Sabine territory to Rome around 504 BCE, receiving patrician status.1
* Appius Claudius Pulcher (died c. 130 BCE): A consul and censor, he supported Tiberius Sempronius Gracchus and served on the land commission.2
* Publius Claudius Pulcher: Son of Appius Claudius Caecus, he commanded the Roman fleet during a significant naval defeat in the First Punic War.3
* Appius Claudius Pulcher (died c. 48 BCE): A politician who opposed Julius Caesar, he served as praetor, governor, and consul, and later as censor.4

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