They were: Galba, Otho and Vitellius (ruled 68 – 69 AD). Servius Galba was a career politician. Born into an established, wealthy family, he became consul in 33 AD. Six years later, he held ...

Civil war had brought Caesar to power. Once emperor and without ... many smaller players – like Titus, Galba or Vitellius – barely had time to try on the imperial robes before they died.