Fulvia
Fulvia was a famous aristocratic Roman woman who lived during the late Roman Republic . She was well known for being heavily involved in Roman politics ( specifically her role in the Perusine War .) Fulvia was born into a wealthy Roman family , in which many became consulship and senators . Her first husband , Publius Clodius Pulcher , was killed by his rival consular candidate ’ s gang in the midst of his campaign for praetor . Fulvia retained a good amount of his political power after his death , organizing a strong political following to avenge her husband ’ s death . Beyond this point , Fulvia took advantage of any opportunity that would extend her political influence and prestige as a way to pay homage to her late husband . her second husband was Gaius Scribonius Curio , who promoted the Clodian legacy along with Fulvia . This particular marriage solidified her political values and aligned her with higher power . Her last husband was Mark Antony . At this point in her life , Fulvia was already a strong political figure , but after her marriage with Antony she took the lead of many Roman policies , became a persuasive campaigner , and raised legions to fight in the Perusine War .