Flamininus

/ ˌflæmɪˈnaɪnəs /

noun

FlamininusTitus Quinctius?230 bc?174 bcMRomanMILITARY: generalPOLITICS: statesman Titus Quinctius (ˈtaɪtəs ˈkwɪŋktɪəs). ?230–?174 bc , Roman general and statesman: defeated Macedonia (197) and proclaimed the independence of the Greek states (196)

But next morning, though Flamininus came to the appointed place and found the others there, Philip did not arrive.

On his several times repeating this request and pressing it strongly, Flamininus asked those present what he ought to do.

Upon Flamininus bidding him disembark, he stood up on board and refused to leave his ship.

Still he said he would restore Argos to them, and as to Corinth would consult with Flamininus.

When Flamininus expressed some wonder at what he meant by this,Philip explains the peculiar law of the Aetolians.

April 23, 2024inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

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