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Marcus Didius Julianus (/ ˈ d ɪ d i ə s /; 29 January 133 – 2 June 193) was Roman emperor from March to June 193, during the Year of the Five Emperors. Julianus had a promising political career, governing several provinces, including Dalmatia and Germania Inferior, and defeated the Chauci and Chatti, two invading Germanic
Sep 23, 2013 · Didius Julianus was Roman emperor from March to June 193 CE. On March 28, 193 CE Roman Emperor Pertinax was assassinated by the Praetorian Guard, and like his predecessor Commodus, he left no apparent successor. Two possible claimants presented themselves to the Guard.
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May 29, 2024 · Marcus Didius Severus Julianus (born 133—died June 2, 193) was a wealthy Roman senator who became emperor (March 28–June 1, 193) by being the highest bidder in an auction for the support of the Praetorian Guard.
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Jun 28, 2022 · By 193, Didius Julianus was a leading member of the Senate after having achieved a notable career spanning the full range of Roman postings. Didius was venerated by other senators for his high-born pedigree, which was helped by his connection to Marcus Aurelius and the Antonine clan.
Learn about the life and career of Didius Julianus, who became emperor in 193 after Commodus was killed. He was a successful general who fought against the Chauci and the Marcomanni, but was executed by Pertinax.
Jul 15, 2020 · Julianus was a wealthy and ambitious senator who became emperor in AD 193 after bidding 25,000 sesterces per praetorian soldier. He faced rebellions from three other generals and was killed by Septimius Severus, who became the next emperor.
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Marcus Didius Julianus was Roman emperor from March to June 193, during the Year of the Five Emperors. Julianus had a promising political career, governing several provinces, including Dalmatia and Germania Inferior, and defeated the Chauci and Chatti, two invading Germanic tribes.
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