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Arrian of Nicomedia (; Greek: Ἀρριανός Arrianós; Latin: Lucius Flavius Arrianus; c. 86/89 – c. after 146/160 AD) was a Greek historian, public servant, military commander, and philosopher of the Roman period. The Anabasis of Alexander by Arrian is considered the best source on the campaigns of Alexander the Great. Scholars have generally preferred Arrian to other extant primary sources, though this attitude has changed somewhat in light of modern studies into Arrian's method.
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- Full name: Arrian
- Born: 0089-01-01
- Nationality: Ancient Rome
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q31845
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Who is Arrian?
Arrian of Nicomedia (; Greek: Ἀρριανός Arrianós; Latin: Lucius Flavius Arrianus; c. 86/89 – c. after 146/160 AD) was a Greek historian, public servant, military commander, and philosopher of the Roman period. The Anabasis of Alexander by Arrian is considered the best source on the campaigns of Alexander the Great.
What nationality is Arrian?
Arrian is Ancient Rome.
When was Arrian born?
Arrian was born on 0089-01-01.
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