Attalus II of Pergamon

AncientEmperorPergamon-220 — -138

Brother of Eumenes, faithful Roman ally.

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Quick Facts

Born

220 BCE

Died

138 BCE

Country

Pergamon

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)46

Leadership (15%)40

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score51.8

Attalus II of Pergamon — Complete Timeline

160 BC

Diplomatic mission to RomePolitical Action

Attalus II traveled to Rome to secure continued Roman support against threats from Bithynia and the Seleucids. His diplomacy reinforced the alliance and ensured Pergamon's autonomy under Roman hegemony.

DiplomacyRoman Alliance

Impact: regionalconstructive

156 BC

Defense of Pergamon against Prusias IIWar◆ Major

Attalus II successfully defended Pergamon against an invasion by Prusias II of Bithynia, with Roman support. He repelled the attack and later negotiated a peace, maintaining Pergamon's territorial integrity.

Bithynian WarDefenseRoman Alliance

Impact: regionalconstructive

150 BC

Foundation of AttaleiaCultural

Attalus II founded the city of Attaleia (modern Antalya) on the southern coast of Asia Minor. This colony served as a naval base and trade hub, strengthening Pergamon's influence in the region.

City FoundationColonizationTrade

constructive