Cato the Elder

Cato the Elder, also known as Marcus Porcius Cato, was a Roman statesman, soldier, and author who lived from 234 to 149 BC. He is best known for his staunch traditionalism and advocacy for Roman values, such as discipline and frugality. Cato served as a consul and was a key figure in the Third Punic War against Carthage. He famously ended speeches with the phrase "Carthago delenda est" ("Carthage must be destroyed"), emphasizing his belief in removing threats to Rome. His writings, particularly "De Agri Cultura," provide valuable insights into Roman agriculture and society.