Tullus Hostilius
King of Rome from 672 to 640 BC
Tullus Hostilius was the legendary third king of Rome. He succeeded Numa Pompilius. He was one of the six Etruscan kings that ruled Rome. He ruled from 673 to 642 BC. Unlike his predecessor, he was known to be a warlike king. He was the grandson of Hostus Hostilius, who had fought with Romulus and died during the Sabine invasion of Rome. His successor was Ancus Marcius.
| Tullus Hostilius | |
|---|---|
 Tullus Hostilius, fictional 16th-century depiction published by Guillaume Rouillé | |
| King of Rome | |
| Reign | 673–642 BC |
| Predecessor | Numa Pompilius |
| Successor | Ancus Marcius |
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