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Pertinax raised up to which rank in the Roman army?

  • Legionary

  • Centurion

  • Provincial governor and urban prefect

  • Praetorian Guard

Answer

Starting with the answer, Pertinax rose through the ranks of the Roman army to become both a provincial governor and urban prefect. In his role as provincial governor, he oversaw the administration and defense of a specific Roman province, while as urban prefect, he held one of the highest positions of authority in Rome, responsible for the city's administration, law enforcement, and public works.
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