Fulvia

Fulvia was born into wealth and social privilege around 80 BCE and rose to influence within the powerful circles of late Republican Rome, ultimately amassing unprecedented political and military power for a woman by her death in 40 BCE. Despite her achievements, her legacy has often been shaped by her repeated marriages, personal tragedies, and the widespread negative portrayals in ancient sources. Historian Jane Draycott offers a nuanced reexamination of her life, shedding light on the significant role women played during Rome’s tumultuous transition from republic to empire.