1000 Classical Characters Briefly Described

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Syrinx

An Arcadian nymph, who being pursued by Pan fled into the river Ladon, and at her own prayer was metamorphosed into a reed, of which Pan then made his flute.

Tacitus, C. Cornelius. A celebrated Latin historian, born in the reign of Nero. Of all his works the Annals is the most extensive and complete. His style is marked by force, precision, and dignity, and his Latin is remarkable for being pure and classical. Tacitus, M. Claudius. A Roman, elected emperor by the Senate when he was seventy years of age. He displayed military vigor, and as a ruler was a pattern of economy and moderation. He died in the 276th year of the Christian era.

Tamesis or Tamesa (Thames). A river in Britain, on which stood Londinium, flowing into the sea on the eastern coast. Caesar crossed the Thames probably at Cowey Stakes, seven or eight miles above Kingston, but Horsley seems to be of opinion that he forded it near that town.

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