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Hi there. I've been a Wikipedia user for a few years but this is the first time I'm thinking of editing, so if there's anything I'm doing incorrectly don't hesitate to tell me :)
Anyway, in this article on Vitorinus, there is a statement which is not entirely correct. even though the general historical consensus on Vitorinus as Gallic Emperor states that he is no longer in control of Hispania, there is a reference in the Scriptores Historiae Augustae (Claudius chpt 7) of a letter from Claudius to the senate stating that "The provinces of Gaul and Spain, the sources of strength for the state, are held by Tetricus, and all the bowmen — I blush to say it — Zenobia now possesses. Anything we accomplish will be achievement enough." As successor to Victorinus, Tetricus' posession of Hispania according to this letter has sometimes been taken as an indication that Hispania was still held by Victorinus. This reference should of course be taken with caution but I think it should likewise be mentioned, wether in the article itself or in the sources section.
Haven't changed it directly because I wouldn't want to tread on any toes, and I'm not sure on the policy of Wikipedia editing directly from the article.
Regards ;)
Dr Benway 12:17, 29 May 2007 (UTC)
