Romulus Augustulus (460–after 476 CE) Flashcards
Who was Romulus Augustulus?
Romulus Augustulus was the last emperor of the Western Roman Empire.
When did Romulus Augustulus become emperor?
Romulus Augustulus became emperor in 475 AD.
How old was Romulus Augustulus when he became emperor?
He was about 14 or 15 years old.
What was Romulus Augustulus’ full name?
His full name was Flavius Romulus Augustus.
What does the nickname ‘Augustulus’ mean?
‘Augustulus’ means ‘little Augustus,’ reflecting his youth and diminished power.
Who placed Romulus Augustulus on the throne?
His father, Orestes, placed him on the throne.
How long did Romulus Augustulus reign as emperor?
He reigned for about one year, from 475 to 476 AD.
Who deposed Romulus Augustulus?
Romulus Augustulus was deposed by the Germanic chieftain Odoacer.
What event is symbolically associated with Romulus Augustulus’ deposition?
His deposition in 476 AD marks the fall of the Western Roman Empire.
What happened to Romulus Augustulus after his deposition?
He was exiled to a villa in Campania and lived in obscurity.
What time period did Romulus Augustulus live in?
He lived during Late Antiquity, a time of decline for the Western Roman Empire.
What was the state of the Western Roman Empire during Romulus Augustulus’ reign?
The Western Roman Empire was in severe decline, plagued by internal chaos and external barbarian invasions.
What is the significance of Romulus Augustulus’ name?
His name is symbolic as ‘Romulus’ refers to Rome’s legendary founder, and ‘Augustus’ refers to the first emperor.
How did Romulus Augustulus’ reign influence history?
His reign marked the symbolic end of the Western Roman Empire, leading to the transition to the Middle Ages.
How did Romulus Augustulus avoid the typical fate of deposed emperors?
Unlike many deposed emperors, he was allowed to live and retire peacefully in a villa.
