60s BC facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium BC |
| Centuries: | 2nd century BC – 1st century BC – 1st century |
| Decades: | 90s BC 80s BC 70s BC – 60s BC – 50s BC 40s BC 30s BC |
| Years: | 69 BC 68 BC 67 BC 66 BC 65 BC 64 BC 63 BC 62 BC 61 BC 60 BC |
| Categories: | Births – Deaths – Architecture Establishments – Disestablishments |
The 60s BC refers to the years from 69 BC to 60 BC. This was a time of big changes and important people in the ancient world, especially in the Roman Republic. Powerful generals and kings were shaping history.
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Important People and Events
During the 60s BC, several key figures played a big role in the Roman world and beyond. Their actions had a lasting impact on history.
Powerful Roman Leaders
- Pompey (lived 106–48 BC) was a very famous Roman general. He was known for his military victories. During this decade, Pompey was busy leading Roman armies in different parts of the world. He helped expand Rome's power and influence. He was one of the most important people in Rome at the time.
- Gaius Antonius Hybrida became a praetor in 66 BC. A praetor was an important official in the Roman government. They were like judges or governors. This role gave him significant power and responsibility within the Roman system.
Kings and Rulers
- Mithridates VI (lived 132–62 BC) was the King of Pontus, a kingdom in Asia Minor. He was a strong opponent of the Roman Republic for many years. During the early part of the 60s BC, Rome was still fighting against him. His long conflict with Rome was a major event of the era.
- Philip II Philoromaeus was another ruler during this time. He briefly ruled parts of Syria. His time in power was short. He was part of the complex political landscape of the ancient Middle East.
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See also
- In Spanish: Años 60 a. C. para niños
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