Could the Julius Paternus Stele whisper its secrets? This unassuming stele, a copy of a Roman tombstone, stands as a testament to a life lived in the Roman era. The Julius Paternus Stele tells the story of a soldier, Julius Paternus, who served in the 22nd Legion Primigenia Pia Fidelis. This legion was stationed in Bonn, then a vital Roman camp and fortress known as ‘Castra Bonnensia’. The inscription reveals he served 23 years. It also names his friend, Opponius Justus, an architect, who commissioned the original stele. Imagine the bond between these two men. One a soldier, the other an architect, their lives intertwined in this ancient settlement. The stele offers a glimpse into Bonn’s Roman past, a period when legions marched and fortresses stood strong along the Rhine. The Julius Paternus Stele is more than just a stone. It’s a window into the lives and relationships of those who lived in Bonn centuries ago, a reminder that even in a military outpost, friendship and remembrance held great value.
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