Biographical record

Arminius

Cherusci (Germania) · Military commander

Development collection · Historical summaries await reference checking. Portrait artwork is illustrative, not an authentic likeness.

Office & service record

Country: Cherusci (Germania)
Official title / role: Cheruscan chieftain
Tenure / period: fl. 9 – 21 AD
Historical era: Ancient Era
Classification: Military commander
Editorial status: Unverified development record

This record describes a military commander, not a holder of the modern army chief office. The dates describe the period stated in the record.

Biography & early life

Arminius led a coalition of Germanic tribes that destroyed three Roman legions under Varus in the Teutoburg Forest in 9 AD, halting Roman expansion east of the Rhine. He was killed by members of his own circle in 21 AD.

Early life, education and family background have not yet been researched for this development record.

Military career & appointments

Earlier postings and a complete appointment history await reference checking. The office and tenure above are the available sample record.

Historical context & legacy

Historical period: Ancient Era. Titles and responsibilities should be understood within their national and institutional context.

An assessment of campaigns, institutional changes and contested legacies requires specialist review. No unsupported conclusions are presented here.

Career timeline

fl. 9 – 21 AD
Cheruscan chieftain · Cherusci (Germania)
9 AD
Battle of the Teutoburg Forest
Arminius leads a coalition that destroys three Roman legions under Varus.

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Sources & references

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