Deiotarus

AncientEmperorGalatia-105 — -40

Tetrarch of the Tolistobogii Galatians and ally of Rome.

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Quick Facts

Born

105 BCE

Died

40 BCE

Country

Galatia

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)25

Political (20%)41

Influence (20%)50

Legacy (20%)40

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score45.5

Deiotarus — Complete Timeline

88 BC

Defense Against Mithridates VIWar◆ Major

Deiotarus fought against Mithridates VI of Pontus during the First Mithridatic War, defending Galatia from Pontic invasion. He successfully repelled Mithridates' forces and maintained Galatian independence, earning recognition from Rome.

Mithridatic WarsDefenseIndependence

Impact: regionalconstructive

49 BC

Support for Pompey in the Roman Civil WarPolitical Action◆ Major

Deiotarus supported Pompey and the Optimates against Julius Caesar during the Roman Civil War. He provided troops and resources to Pompey's cause, aligning Galatia with the losing side in the conflict.

Roman Civil WarPompeyAlliance

Impact: regional

47 BC

Pardon by Julius CaesarPolitical Action◆ Major

After Pompey's defeat, Deiotarus was pardoned by Julius Caesar but lost part of his territory. Caesar allowed him to retain his title and rule over a reduced Galatian kingdom, demonstrating Caesar's policy of clemency.

Caesar's ClemencyPardonTerritorial Loss

Impact: regionalconstructive