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Valerius Licinianus Licinius (Greek: Λικίνιος; c. 265 – 325) was Roman emperor from 308 to 324. For most of his reign, he was the colleague and rival of Constantine I, with whom he co-authored the Edict of Milan that granted official toleration to Christians in the Roman
Valerius Licinianus Licinius (c. 265 – 325) was Roman emperor from 308 to 324. For most of his reign, he was the colleague and rival of Constantine I, with whom he co-authored the Edict of Milan, AD 313, which granted official toleration to Christians in the Roman Empire.
Aug 8, 2016 · Licinius, 250–325, Roman emperor. He became coemperor with Galerius, being given the rule of Illyricum (308); after the death of Galerius he added Greece and Thrace to his territories. He allied himself with Constantine I and defeated Maximin in 313, thus becoming sole ruler in the East.
The ancient Roman emperor Licinius ruled during an era when Christianity was a critical issue within the empire. It was not yet established as an accepted religion, and its followers suffered repeated persecutions.
Feb 23, 1997 · Licinius engaged the forces of his brother-in-law near the banks of the Hebrus River on 3 July 324 where he was routed; with as many men as he could gather, he headed for his fleet which was in the Hellespont.
Licinius I. Augustus 308, emperor of the Eastern Empire 313-324. Licinius came to power in 308, appointed Augustus by Galerius (q.v.) and Diocletian (q.v.) in the midst of power struggles. He was unable to remove Maxentius (q.v.) from Italy, and operated out of the Balkans.
After a failed attack on him by Maximinus, Licinius defeated him in a counter attack at the battle of Tzirallum, and took over ruling the east while his brother in law Constantine ruled the western empire.
