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6 matching events · March 22, 235 → March 11, 222

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Roman Empire Political and Military Collapse

The Crisis of the Third Century marked a period of severe instability within the Roman Empire beginning in 235 AD. This era saw widespread political chaos, military defeats, and economic ...

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March 11, 235 Wars & Conflicts

Assassination of Roman Emperor Severus Alexander

Military Camp near Mutina · Mutina · Moesia Inferior · Roman Empire

Severus Alexander, the last emperor of the Severan dynasty, was assassinated by his own soldiers in March of 235 CE near the city of Mutina along the Danube frontier. His death marked the...

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March 3, 235 Politics

Rise of Emperor Maximinus Thrax

Sirmium · Moesia · Roman Empire

Maximinus Thrax, a Roman soldier of humble origins, was proclaimed emperor by his troops following the assassination of Severus Alexander. His accession marked the beginning of the Crisis...

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March 5, 232 Wars & Conflicts