Did Roman Emperors have Friends? | 60 Seconds History

The Emperor of Rome was likely the most famous, rich and adored person in the world. But did they have genuine friends?
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[@commandoslayer]

“A King has no friends. Only followers and foe.”

[@lamelime1]

I've heard that the relationship between Belisarius and Justinian was really close after all the stuff that happened. Belisarius likely remained as a close friend and advisor to Justinian after Theodora's death, and well, Justinian died like 3 weeks after Belisarius died.

[@d3m1g0d4]

With the cut throat politics going on during those days, friendships for roman emperors would have been very dangerous and very much advised against.

[@Cleeon]

Not all consul is corrupt, almost all of imperator is corrupt

[@fallengeneralyt1619]

great video

[@60secsknowledge]

I appreciate that!