How Did Claudius Die?

Roman tradition is unanimous: Claudius was poisoned by Agrippina

Agrippina
Agrippina was put aboard and after the bottom of the ship opened up, she fell into the water. Agrippina swam to shore so Nero sent an assassin to kill her. Nero then claimed Agrippina had plotted to kill him and committed suicide.
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on October 13, 54 CE, though the details differ. Nero succeeded him as emperor.

How was Claudius killed?

Roman tradition is unanimous: Claudius was poisoned by Agrippina on October 13, 54 CE, though the details differ. Nero succeeded him as emperor.

Did Claudius die naturally?

Most of the ancient sources believe that Claudius died through poisoning, though the culprit/s are unknown. ... On the other hand, others such as Seneca the Younger, believe he died of natural causes. Whatever the precise cause, Claudius died at Rome on 13 October AD 54, aged 63 and was succeeded by Nero.

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