Tullus Hostilius: A Warlike Roman King Who Succeeded Numa Pompilius And Feared Prophecies
A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - Traditionally counted, there were seven kings of Rome. However, it is difficult to attribute their deeds to a respective ruler because ancient records were destroyed in the Sack of Rome by the Gauls in 390 BC.
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According to ancient tradition, the warlike king (and founder) of the city, Romulus, was succeeded by Numa Pompilius, who was not a warrior king but rather a statesman and politician whose reign was characterized by peace and tranquility.
In contrast, his successor, Tullus Hostilius, was a warrior king, much more interested in conquests than peace in the Empire. His reign was filled with warlike activities.
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