Prefect of the Praetorian Guard during the rule of Emperor Nero (c.35-68 AD)
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Nymphidius Sabinus
Born
Rome
Died
68 Rome
Allegiance
Roman Empire
Years of service
62–68
Rank
Praetorian prefect
Commands held
Praetorian Guard
Gaius Nymphidius Sabinus (died 68) was a Prefect of the Praetorian Guard during the rule of Emperor Nero from AD 65 until his death in 68. He shared this office together with Ofonius Tigellinus, replacing his previous colleague Faenius Rufus. During the second half of the 60s, Nero grew increasingly unpopular with the people and the army, leading to a number of rebellions which ultimately caused his downfall and suicide in 68. Nymphidius took part in the final conspiracy against Nero and persuaded the Praetorian Guard to desert him, but when he attempted to have himself declared emperor, he was killed by his own soldiers.
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