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This an alphabetical list of ancient Romans, including citizens of ancient Rome remembered in history.

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Note that some people may be listed multiple times, once for each part of the name.

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Statue of Lucius Cornelius Balbus the younger

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Bust of Julia Drusilla

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Bust of Quintus Haterius
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Coin depicting Herennius Etruscus

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Depiction of Saint Irenaeus

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Bust of Trajan

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