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Which ancient historian described Caracalla as a soldier first and emperor second?

  • Cassius Dio

  • Herodian

  • Tacitus

  • Suetonius

Answer

Cassius Dio, a Roman historian who lived during Caracalla's time, described him as a soldier first and an emperor second. This portrayal has contributed to Caracalla's image as a tyrannical ruler.
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