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primus pilus

first centurion

also: primi pili, primum pilum

The senior centurion of a legion, commander of the first century of the first maniple of the triarii—the highest centurionate, held by Sextus Tullius and Salonius.

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Mentioned in 2 works (3 total)

The History of Rome, Book 7 history · 2 mentions
The History of Rome, Book 8 history · 1 mention

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