Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus (consul 16 BC)

Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus (born c. 54 BC, died 25 AD) was a prominent Roman aristocrat of the late Republic and early Principate, belonging to the ancient and distinguished Domitii Ahenobarbi family. He held the office of consul in 16 BC, alongside Publius Cornelius Scipio.

Ahenobarbus is known for his military achievements, particularly his campaigns in Germania. After his consulship, he served as governor of Illyricum, where he conducted military operations against various tribes between 13 BC and 9 BC. He successfully subdued some of these tribes and was awarded triumphal ornaments (ornamenta triumphalia) for his victories.

He is also notable for his personality, which was frequently described as arrogant and cruel. Suetonius, in his biography of Nero, details various anecdotes highlighting Ahenobarbus's ruthless nature and disregard for others.

Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus was married to Antonia Major, a niece of Emperor Augustus, and their son was Gnaeus Domitius Ahenobarbus, who married Agrippina the Younger and was the father of the future Emperor Nero. His connection to the imperial family through this marriage significantly elevated his family's standing within Roman society. His death in 25 AD was a natural one.