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Gordian II's Failed Roman Revolt

Battle near Carthage · Carthage · Africa Province · Roman Empire

The revolt led by Gordian II was part of a larger uprising against the reigning emperor Maximinus Thrax. Gordian II, alongside his father Gordian I, was proclaimed emperor by the Roman Se...

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December 31, 180 Politics

Commodus Takes Imperial Throne

Palatine Hill · Rome · Italy · Roman Empire

Commodus formally assumed the role of Roman Emperor following the death of his father Marcus Aurelius. His accession marked a significant transition from the era of the traditional adopti...

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June 8, 68 Politics

Galba's Rise to Roman Emperor

Palatine Hill · Rome · Italy · Roman Empire

Galba was declared Roman Emperor following the assassination of Nero, marking the end of the Julio-Claudian dynasty. His accession was largely supported by the Senate and the Praetorian G...

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April 1, 68 Wars & Conflicts

Roman Empire Succession Crisis

Roman Senate · Rome · Italy · Roman Empire

The Year of the Four Emperors was a tumultuous period marking rapid succession of Roman emperors after the fall of Nero. It involved the rise and fall of Galba, Otho, Vitellius, and Vespa...

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