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Pliny the Elder (23-79) and his nephew Pliny the Younger (61-113) were significant figures of the Roman Empire who had a great influence. Pliny the Elder authored the comprehensive work "Natural History" and devoted himself intensively to scientific topics, including viticulture. His nephew Pliny the Younger is primarily known for his accounts of the eruption of Vesuvius and as an important speaker and writer.

Pliny the Elder

The Roman polymath, officer, and administrative official Gaius Plinius Secundus Maior (23-79), better known as "Pliny the Elder", was also a viticulture expert of his time. He studied philosophy and law in Rome, then pursued a military career and achieved high ranks under Emperor Titus (39-81). He was governor in several Roman provinces and lastly commander of the Roman fleet in the Tyrrhenian Sea. From the age of 55, he resided near Pompeii and witnessed the eruption of Vesuvius. He died while attempting to rescue some of the threatened people during the eruption. His death is detailed in a letter from his nephew Pliny the Younger to the historian Tacitus (55-120).

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