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Aurelian (Latin: Lucius Domitius Aurelianus; 9 September c. 214 – c. November 275) was a Roman emperor who reigned from 270 to 275 during the Crisis of the Third Century. As emperor, he won an unprecedented series of military victories which reunited the Roman Empire after it had nearly disintegrated under the pressure of barbarian invasions ...
Jun 28, 2024 · Aurelian was a Roman emperor from 270 to 275. By reuniting the empire, which had virtually disintegrated under the pressure of invasions and internal revolts, he earned his self-adopted title restitutor orbis (“restorer of the world”). Aurelian, born near the Danube River, had established himself.
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Jun 7, 2021 · Emperor Aurelian was an indisputable master of Rome, a commander beloved by his army, an emperor adored by his people. Even the elites, who found themselves targets of increased taxation, could not disprove Aurelian’s role in reuniting the empire.
Mar 20, 2011 · Aurelian was Roman emperor from 270 to 275 CE. He was one of the so-called Barracks Emperors, chosen by the Roman army during the turbulent period known as the Crisis of the Third Century (235-284 CE).
Dec 31, 2023 · Despite ruling only for five short years, Aurelian remains simultaneously one of the most important and overlooked Roman Emperors who ever lived. It is very rare in history that a single "great man" can be credited with such an achievement, but this is one of those exceptional cases.
Dec 30, 2022 · Within a space of only five years (270-275 AD), Emperor Aurelian achieved more than most of his predecessors (and successors). He stabilized the Danube frontier, expelling all the barbarians who threatened the Roman Empire. He encircled Rome with a massive wall that can still be seen today.
Aug 29, 2020 · Whilst he is little known today, the emperor Aurelian helped save the Roman Empire from the brink of destruction, through a series of impressive military victories.
