Pisonian Conspiracy Flashcards
1
Q
What was this conspiracy?
A
Plot against the emperor Nero
1
Q
When?
A
65 CE
2
Q
Who led this plot?
A
led by Calpurnius Piso, who with support of praetorian guard intended to replace Nero as emperor.
3
Q
Who were the conspirators?
A
Roman writers Seneca, Lucan, and Petronius.
4
Q
What did the plot reveal?
A
Epaphroditus
5
Q
What did Nero force?
A
He forced the conspirators to commit suicide
