Paullus

Paullus was a Roman national drama written by Marcus Pacuvius, a prominent tragic dramatist of ancient Rome. This play celebrated the victory of Lucius Aemilius Paullus over Perseus of Macedonia in 168 BC. Pacuvius was known for his elevated style, command of pathos, and scholarly approach to obscure mythological themes. While he primarily adapted Greek tragedies, Paullus stands out as a Roman national drama, highlighting a significant event in Roman military history. The play's existence demonstrates how Roman playwrights occasionally drew inspiration from recent history rather than solely from Greek mythology.123