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Lucius Licinius Lucullus

c. 118–57 BCE · 1st century BCE

Lucius Licinius Lucullus was a Roman general and politician who commanded against Mithridates VI of Pontus in the Third Mithridatic War from 74 BCE. He relieved Cyzicus, conquered Pontus and invaded Armenia, defeating Tigranes II at Tigranocerta in 69 BCE, but his troops mutinied and Pompey replaced him. In retirement he became proverbial for luxury and lavish banquets.

Mentioned in 5 state histories

CyzicusAmisosKingdom of PontusKingdom of Armenia (Artaxiad)Corduene

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