Birth of Decius Traianus
Birth of Decius Traianus
Role range: 0249-0251
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Decius Traianus Biography and Timeline
Follow Decius Traianus through 11 dated historical records for Roman Empire.
Decius Traianus, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
11Distinct records
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190–251Years on this page
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248
Prefect
Appointed Prefect of Rome
Role range: 0249-0251
249
Battle of Verona
The victorious Decius Traianus claims the throne, undisputed master of the empir. Decius Traianus defeats the legions of Philip I & Philip II
Role range: 0249-0251
Massacre
Brings about the 1st general persecution of the Christians. Attempts to revitalize Rome & its religion
Role range: 0249-0251
Succession
Succeeds as Emperor of Rome
Role range: 0249-0251
250
Persecution
Arrests & executes Christian leaders
Role range: 0249-0251
Restoration
Decius restores the pagan religion & institutions of ancient Rome
Role range: 0249-0251
Battle of Verona
Defeats Philip I who is killed in battle. Decius Traianus defeats Kniva
Role range: 0249-0251
251
Assassination of Decius Traianus
Death of Decius & his son Herennius, assassinated
Role range: 0249-0251
Battle of Abricium
Death of Decius Traianus, fighting the Goths
Role range: 0249-0251
Death of Decius Traianus
Death of Decius & his son Herennius, assassinated
Role range: 0249-0251
Records, sources and methodology
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