Lucius Cornelius Scipio Asiaticus

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Who is Lucius Cornelius Scipio Asiaticus?

Lucius Cornelius Scipio Asiaticus was a Roman general and statesman. He was the son of Publius Cornelius Scipio and the older brother of Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus. He was elected consul in 190 BC, and later that year led the Roman forces to victory at the Battle of Magnesia.

While his career may be eclipsed by the shadow of his younger brother, Lucius' life is noteworthy in several respects.

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