Quintus Sertorius

Quintus Sertorius (c. 126 BC – 73 BC) was a Roman statesman and general, born in Nursia, in Sabine territory. His brilliance as a military commander was shown most clearly in his battles against Rome for control of Hispania. His family, the gens Sertoria, was probably of Sabine origin, and was previously undistinguished.

Read more about Quintus Sertorius:  Early Political Career, Proconsul in Hispania, Sertorian War