# Germanicus — A Treatise of Human Nature character guide

> Germanicus in A Treatise of Human Nature by David Hume.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0057-section-xi-of-the-love-of-fame

## Who they are

Roman general referenced in examples about fame and reputation.

## Relationships

### [David Hume](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/a_treatise_of_human_nature_se/characters/david_hume)

_professional_

A final mention of Germanicus, again as a historical reference in Hume's arguments, not a personal connection.

### [Plato](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/a_treatise_of_human_nature_se/characters/plato)

_social_

Germanicus and Plato appear together only in passing historical or philosophical comparisons, with no direct interaction.

### [David Hume](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/a_treatise_of_human_nature_se/characters/david_hume)

_professional_

A final mention of Germanicus, again as a historical reference in Hume's arguments, not a personal connection.

## In the story

### [Section X: Of the Objects of Allegiance](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/a_treatise_of_human_nature_se/chapters/section-x-of-the-objects-of-allegiance)

Mentioned in a hypothetical succession dispute with Drusus, illustrating the perplexity of determining rightful heirs.

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