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imperial crisis

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Revolt Against Roman Rule in Britain

Roman Britain · London · England · United Kingdom

Carausius, a Roman naval commander, declared himself emperor in Britain and northern Gaul after seizing power around 286 CE. His revolt challenged the authority of the central Roman Empir...

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May 26, 253 Politics

Gallienus Ascends Roman Throne

Palatine Hill · Rome · Italian Peninsula · Roman Empire

Gallienus became Roman Emperor following the assassination of his father, Valerian. His accession marked the beginning of a co-rule, where he shared power with his father before Valerian ...

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