Syagrius
5th-century Roman general and the last ruler of the Roman rump state in northern Gaul, now called the Kingdom of Soissons
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Summary
Syagrius was born on January 1, 430[1], in Lyon[2]. He died on January 1, 487[3], in Augusta Suessionum[4]. He worked as a politician[5]. He ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (3,952 views/month, #7,114 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Augusta Suessionum[7]
- Father: Aegidius[8]
- Country of citizenship: Ancient Rome[9]
- Position held: magister militum[10]
- Sex or gender: male[11]
- Commons category: Syagrius[12]
- Military, police or special rank: general[13]
- Cause of death: stab wound[14]
- Allegiance: Western Roman Empire[15]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[16], Russian translation of Lübker's Antiquity Lexicon[17], Desktop Encyclopedic Dictionary[18], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[19], Pauly–Wissowa[20]
- Name in native language: Syagrius[21]
- Start of work period: 471[22]
- Time period: Later Roman Empire[23]
- Gens: Afrania gens[24]
Why It Matters
Syagrius has Wikipedia articles in 24 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[25] He is known by 16 alternative names across languages and contexts.[26]
FAQs
Where was Syagrius born?
Syagrius's place of birth was Lyon[2].
Where did Syagrius die?
Syagrius died in Augusta Suessionum[4].
Who were Syagrius's parents?
Syagrius's father was Aegidius[8].
What did Syagrius do for work?
Syagrius worked as a politician[5].