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Septimius (usurper)

Usurper of the Roman Empire during 271 or 272 From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Septimius (or Septiminus) was a Roman usurper who was proclaimed Emperor in either 271 or 272 AD, under the reign of Aurelian.

Reign271 or 272 AD, during Aurelian's rule
PredecessorAurelian
SuccessorAurelian
Died271 or 272 AD
Dalmatia
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Septimius
Usurper of the Roman Empire
Reign271 or 272 AD, during Aurelian's rule
PredecessorAurelian
SuccessorAurelian
Died271 or 272 AD
Dalmatia
Names
Septimius
Regnal name
Imperator Caesar Septimius Augustus
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History

Septimius declared himself emperor in either 271 or 272 AD, in Dalmatia, during the reign of Aurelian.[1][2] The reason for his rebellion is not strictly known, although the threat of Gothic invasion may have played a part. He was killed by his own troops soon afterward.[3]

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