Virius Gallus

Virius Gallus was a Senate of the [Roman Empire|senator] of the Roman Empire who was appointed consul in AD 298.

Biography

A member of the aristocratic gens Viria, Gallus’ early senatorial career is unknown. He was appointed consul posterior alongside Anicius [Faustus Paulinus (consul 298)|Anicius Faustus Paulinus] in 298. After his term as consul, Gallus was appointed the Corrector of the region of Campania.
He had not converted to Christianity, and reportedly had a statue of Dionysus to which he made sacrifices.