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In the year 68, revolt began in the provinces, with the uprising of Julius Videx, a Gallic noble, governor of Gallia Lugdunensis. His purpose, it seems clear, was not a nationalistic undertaking but an attempt to depose Nero and offer Rome the opportunity to choose a new ruler. But he received little support from other governors; indeed, only the elderly Galba in Spain indicated approval. Vindex was in communication with Lucius Verginius Rufus, governor of Germania Superior, but when he moved his army in Gaul, a battle ensued between the two forces, perhaps instigated by the army of Germany. Upon Vindex's defeat and death, Verginius was offered the purple by his troops, which he rejected, stating that such a decision was a prerogative of the Senate. By this action he gained enduring fame.
WI Rufus had accepted the Purple? He had the manpower to march to Rome and depose Nero... Galba would support him in his bid... How is that altering History? Any thoughts?
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