The Twelve Caesars: Claudius Claudius Becomes Emperor Claudius became Emperor at the age of 50. Fearing the attack of Caligula's assassins, Claudius hid behind some curtains. After a guardsman discovered him, Claudius dropped to the floor, and then found himself declared Emperor. Claudius is Poisoned Most people think that Claudius was poisoned. Some think his wife Agrippina poisoned a dish of mushrooms (his favorite food). His death was revealed after arrangements had been made for her son, Nero, to succeed as Emperor. Go back to Main Menu
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