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Crispinilla

A wealthy Roman woman and friend of Poppaea who hates Christians.

minor

Also known as Calvia Crispinilla

First appearance: xx

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VAVatiniusVEVestiniusTITigellinusDADomitius AferCHChrysothemisCRCrispinilla

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  • Other

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  • Historical and minor figures
  • Nero's court and conspirators
  • Christian community and converts
  • Petronius's personal circle

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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