Category:Cerialis (subject)

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Sextus Vettulenus Cerialis was a Roman military commander and governor of Judea, 70-71 CE.

Overview

Cerialis was of Sabine origins. During the Jewish War, in the summer of 69 CE, he was in charge of subduing the region of the Idumeans, including the cities of Caphethra, Caphatabira, and Hebron. He then participated in the Siege of Jerusalem as legatus of Legio V Macedonica. He was governor of Judea in the year immediately following the Fall of Jerusalem, 70-71.

Cerialis in ancient sources

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