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Attalus III of Pergamon
AncientEmperorPergamon-170 — -133
Bequeathed his kingdom to Rome in his will.
Quick Facts
Born
170 BCE
Died
133 BCE
Country
Pergamon
Era
Ancient
Occupation
Emperor
Score Overview
Military (10%)14
Political (20%)48
Influence (20%)70
Legacy (20%)50
Leadership (15%)30
Strategy (15%)58
Total Score47.9
Attalus III of Pergamon — Complete Timeline
140 BC
Reputation for eccentricityOther
Attalus III was known for his reclusive and eccentric behavior, focusing on gardening and sculpture rather than governance. His neglect of state affairs contributed to internal instability and the decision to bequeath the kingdom to Rome.
EccentricityGovernance
Impact: national
133 BC
Bequeathed Pergamon to RomePolitical Action
Attalus III died without an heir and bequeathed the Kingdom of Pergamon to the Roman Republic in his will. This act transferred the wealthy kingdom to Roman control, leading to the creation of the province of Asia.
Roman AnnexationProvince of AsiaSuccession
Impact: regional
Detailed Scores
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Military
Strategy
7
Tactics
7
Battles
7
Army Scale
7
War Impact
7
Political
Governance
6
Reform
7
Stability
6
Policy
7
Power
7
Influence
History
8
Global
7
Culture
8
Ideology
8
Legacy
8
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