Richomeres
4th century Roman army officer / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Not to be confused with Ricimer.
Flavius Richomeres or Ricomer (died 393) was a Frank who lived in the late 4th century. He took service in the Roman army and made a career as comes, magister militum, and consul. He was an uncle of the general Arbogastes. He is possibly to be identified with the Richomeres who married Ascyla, whose son Theodemer later became king of the Franks.[1][2][3]
Quick Facts Magister militum, Roman consul ...
Richomeres | |
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Roman consul | |
In office 384–384 | |
Preceded by | Merobaudes and Saturninus |
Succeeded by | Arcadius and Bauto |
Personal details | |
Born | Flavius Richomeres |
Died | 393 |
Nationality | Frankish |
Spouse | Ascyla |
Children | Theodemer |
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Relatives | Arbogast (nephew) |
Occupation | Politician, soldier, senator |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Roman Empire |
Years of service | 377/378 – 393 |
Rank | Magister militum |
Battles/wars | Battle of Adrianople |
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