Venutius of the Brigantes, as civil war…

Venutius of the Brigantes, as civil war rages in Rome in 69, the “year of four emperors”, takes advantage of Roman instability and weak governors unable to control the legions in Britain, by staging another revolt, again with help from other nations.

His ex-wife, Queen Cartimandua, appeals for troops from the Romans, who had previously defended her but are now only able to send auxiliaries.

Cartimandua is evacuated, leaving her ex-husband Venutius in control of the north of the country and a kingdom at war with Rome.

After this, Cartimandua disappears from the sources.