Publius Cornelius Tacitus

Publius Cornelius Tacitus was born to a wealthy family in Northern Italy, likely in the region of Gallia Narbonensis.

Tacitus begins his formal education, learning Latin, Greek, and oratory, which were essential skills for a future career in Roman politics and literature.

Tacitus completes his legal studies and begins to practice law, a common path for young men of his social standing in Rome.

Tacitus marries Julia Ausonia, a daughter of the prominent Roman senator Gnaeus Julius Agricola, strengthening his political connections.

Tacitus is appointed quaestor, his first official position in the Roman government, responsible for financial and administrative duties.

Tacitus begins writing 'De Vita et Moribus Iulii Agricolae' (The Life and Death of Julius Agricola), a biography of his father-in-law.

Tacitus completes and publishes 'Agricola,' a eulogy that also provides insight into Roman Britain and the life of a provincial governor.

Tacitus is appointed Tribune of the Plebs, a position that grants him the right to propose legislation and veto actions of other magistrates.

Tacitus starts writing 'De Origine et Situ Germanorum' (Germania), an ethnographic work on the Germanic tribes beyond the Roman Empire.

Tacitus is appointed Praetor, a high judicial office that further solidifies his standing in the Roman political hierarchy.

Tacitus completes and publishes 'Germania,' a significant work that provides insights into the culture and geography of the Germanic tribes.

Tacitus reaches the pinnacle of his political career by being appointed Consul, one of the highest offices in the Roman Republic.

Tacitus begins writing 'Historiae' (Histories), a multi-volume history of the Roman Empire from the death of Nero to the death of Domitian.

Tacitus completes and publishes 'Histories,' a comprehensive account of the Roman Empire's political and military events during the Flavian dynasty.

Tacitus starts writing 'Ab Excessu Divi Augusti' (Annals), a detailed history of the Roman Empire from the death of Augustus to the death of Nero.

Publius Cornelius Tacitus dies in Rome, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest historians of the Roman Empire.