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The initial success of Decius leads his …
Years: 249 - 249
The initial success of Decius leads his army to proclaim him emperor, allegedly against his will, in the spring of 249.
He immediately marches on Rome, and Philip's army meets the usurper near modern Verona in the summer.
Decius wins the battle and Philip is killed, either in the fighting or assassinated by his own soldiers who are eager to please the new ruler.
When the news of Decius' success reaches Rome, Philip's eleven-year-old son and heir is murdered.
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Years: 249 - 249
Locations
People
Groups
Topics
- Classical antiquity
- Roman Age Optimum
- Crisis of the Third Century (Roman Civil “War” of 235-84)
- Roman Gothic War, First
Commodoties
Subjects
Regions
Subregions