has lived, to serve his greatest enemies. And the strangest and most wonderful thing of all is<hr>
that he died without accusing the head of the conspiracy against his life, contenting himself with asking his friends to punish his accomplices. It seems to me, Romans, that this is the least we can grant to the ashes of a grandson of Antony and Octaven, and the husband of Agrippina. <hr>
       Yes, Romans, even if Tiberius was the head of this conspiracy, as the great
statesman he is, he should eliminate his crime's accomplices. Piso and Plancina must be sacrificed for Germanicus. Even if it's simply to prevent them from speaking and to appease your tears, they must lose their life. Those who embark on malevolent actions always have the habit of getting rid of those who execute their horrendous plans so as not to be suspected. Piso has already dared to tell Vibius Marsus, with impertinent mockery that seems to target a person I prefer not to name out of respect, that he will claim to come to Rome to defend himself from Germanicus' death only when the judge in charge of poisonings has summoned all the culprits and accusers. Yes, Romans, I tell you again, regardless of how Germanicus died, Piso must die. I trust in the wisdom of Tiberius and I have no doubt that Piso will be condemned and the death of Germanicus avenged in one way or another. But to obtain this satisfaction, use your tears and prayers. Let Germanicus' name echo everywhere. Do not confine your grief in Octave's tomb with these pitiful relics that we bring him. <hr>
       Follow me, Romans. Let us go to the Senate and demand justice for Germanicus. Remind them that it would be shameful not to avenge the death of a man for whom triumphal arches have been erected, whom we have seen enter Rome in a triumphal chariot and who has passed among all nations, even among the barbarians, as the most prestigious being. Let's not use spells or enchantments to overcome our enemies, as they used to try to defeat Germanicus. Let's not avenge his death with the same weapons that caused it. Let us trust in the justice of the gods, the prudence of Tiberius, and the authority of the Senate. They wouldn't dare deny us the justice we demand. Soldiers who have followed him, demand Piso's blood to avenge the loss of your captain. Tell the Senate about the dangers in which you accompanied him. Show the wounds you suffered in the battles he took part in. Speak the truth about what you have witnessed and finally demand that the death of the father of the legions and your general be avenged. You, citizens who are listening to me, boldly demand the revenge for the loss of Germanicus. <hr>
       Remember what he was like: his will, his modesty, his kindness, his courage, his generosity, and wisdom. Say that he was the model you were hoping to guide the life and values of your children to prevent them from following the bad examples they see every day. Say you have lost your support, and ask at least for revenge for the one who gave so much.

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