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Tusculum (tŭs`ky  ləm), city of ancient Latium. The ruins of this city are near modern Frascati, 15 mi (24 km) SE of Rome, Italy. According to legend, Tusculum was founded by Telegonus, son of Ulysses, and it early became an important city. It was a favorite summer residence of Roman nobles; Pliny the Younger, Cicero, and the emperors Nero and Titus were among those who built villas there. It continued to be important until 1191, when it was razed by the Romans. Ruins include those of villas, an amphitheater, and a theater.TusculumAncient town, Latium, Italy. Located near Rome, it was a Latin settlement as early as the 1st millennium BC and probably was under the influence of the Etruscans. It was a favourite resort of wealthy Romans (1st century BC–4th century AD), and it was the home of orator Marcus Tullius Cicero. Tourist attractions include a Roman forum, a 2nd-century amphitheatre, and a medieval castle. |
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By the High Middle Ages, Tusculum was deserted; but slightly below lay the town of Frascati. The Rosamond High graduate, now playing for Division II Tusculum College of Tennessee, set nearly every significant AVC passing record in his two seasons as a starter. CLIENTS: Indiana U, Auburn U, Concordia U, CASE, Tusculum C, Lyon C. |
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