Emperor Maximian
Life: AD c. 250 – 310 Name: Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maximianus Born 21 July AD ca 250. Consul AD 287, 288, 290, 293, 297, 299, 303, 304, 307. Became emperor …
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How did Rome become Christian?
The Roman Empire faced many challenges during the third century, nearly collapsing from pressure on its borders and internal struggles. After years of turmoil, a period of more stable government …
How did Rome Almost Collapse 2 Centuries Earlier? – The Crisis of the Third Century
During the tumultuous Third Century, the Roman Empire faced a period of crisis that brought it to the brink of collapse. With a deluge of invading tribes, economic difficulties, and …
What did the Romans think of Constantine’s Conversion?
The Arch of Constantine is an impressive and historical monument in Rome, sitting close to the iconic Colosseum. This arch isn’t just a symbol of victory; it tells a deeper …
Helena of Constantinople
Helena of Constantinople, also known as Saint Helena, is a celebrated figure in Christian history, admired for her devout life and her legendary quest that led to the purported discovery …
Milvian Bridge: The Battle That Changed Everything
The Milvian Bridge played a crucial role in shaping the history of Europe and Christianity. Located on the Tiber River, north of Rome, the bridge was the site of the …
Discover Luxurious Roman Sirmium During the 4th Century
Sirmium – History Today’s Sremska Mitrovica hides traces of the once luxurious and powerful Roman city of Sirmium under its streets and houses. Its history can be traced from the …
List of Roman Consuls by Year
Who Was Consul When by ‘Andraeus Papadopolus Dacicus Maximus‘ Note: the Roman numerals behind the names indicate how many times the specific individual has been in office. Note II: consuls …
Emperor Petronius Maximus
Life: AD c. 396 – 455 Name: Flavius Petronius Maximus Born in AD ca. 396. Became emperor March AD 455. Died at Rome, 31 May AD 455. Petronius Maximus was …
Emperor Constantine the Great
Life: AD c. 285 – 337 Constantine the Great was born in Naissus, Upper Moesia, on 27 February in roughly AD 285. Another account places the year at about AD …
Emperor Maximinus Daza
Life: AD 270 – 313 Early Life Maximinus Daza (Also called “Maximinus II Daia”) was born on 20 November AD 270 in the Danubian region as the son of a …
Emperor Maxentius
Life: AD c. 279 – 312 Early Life Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maxentius was born around AD 279 as the son of Maximian and his Syrian wife, Eutropia. He was made …
Emperor Severus II
Life: AD ? – 307 Name: Flavius Valerius Severus Born in the Danubian region, date unknown. Became emperor in August AD 306. Wife: (1) unknown (one son; Severus). Died at …
Emperor Galerius
Life: AD c. 250 – 311 Early Life Galerius was born in about AD 250 in a little Danubian village near Florentiana in Upper Moesia. His father was a simple …