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4 matching events · March 25, 222 → March 1, 218

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Severus Alexander Becomes Emperor

Roman Senate · Rome · Italy · Roman Empire

Severus Alexander was proclaimed Roman Emperor following the assassination of Elagabalus. The Roman Senate officially endorsed his accession, marking a return to more traditional imperial...

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March 11, 222 Wars & Conflicts

Roman Emperor Elagabalus Assassinated

Emesa · Syria · Roman Empire

Elagabalus, Roman emperor notorious for his controversial religious and political actions, was assassinated on March 11 after a brief reign. His rule was marked by significant unrest and ...

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March 16, 218 Politics

Severan Dynasty's Controversial Succession

Palace of Elagabalus · Rome · Italia · Roman Empire

Elagabalus, also known as Varius Avitus Bassianus, was proclaimed Roman Emperor upon the death of Caracalla’s successor during the Severan dynasty. His accession marked a period of signif...

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March 1, 218 Politics

Elagabalus Initiates Religious Reforms

Palatine Hill · Rome · Italy · Roman Empire

Emperor Elagabalus began implementing religious reforms centered on the worship of the Syrian sun god Elagabal. He elevated this deity above the traditional Roman gods, disrupting long-es...

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