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Detail of four lines a Roman marble inscription. The letters "I D V B N" from the name "Togidubnus" are visible on the third line.

Stage 15: rēx Togidubnus

We join the household as they visit Togidubnus, a local British king, to attend the annual commemoration of the Roman Emperor Claudius' death. Ceremonies, sacrifices and games are on the bill.

Story explorers

Drawing of two men leading a white horse across a courtyard.
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in āreā

Watch out if anyone offers you a horse as a gift! But here is Queen Catia to save the day.

King Togidubnus wearing a golden crown looks towards a wax effigy of emperor Claudius reclining above a burning pire of logs.
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caerimōnia

A British king and Roman rituals: enter Togidubnus, king of the Regnenses, who must perform a ceremony involving wax statues and sacrificial animals.

A rowing boat with a six seated rowers on each side is steered by a man standing facing them and holding an oar.
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lūdī fūnebrēs I

Let's go to the shore and watch the funeral games held in memory of Emperor Claudius. Many British tribes are taking part in the competitions. Which one do you support?

A bird flies over a small rocky island in the sea. Another sits on the rock.
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lūdī fūnebrēs II

And they're off! Time to enjoy the Boat Race. Will your team win?

Head of King Togidubnus with goldon coronet. He looks to the left, his face pensive and worn.
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Practising the Language

amīcus fidēlis

King Togidubnus describes his relationship with the Romans after they invaded Britain.

Language activities

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I, we, they

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Characters

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Want it or not?

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Which tense?

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Cases

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Adjectives