Succession
After Constantius I dies at York, his troops acclaim Constantine; Galerius subsequently recognizes him within the imperial system as Caesar.
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After Constantius I dies at York, his troops acclaim Constantine; Galerius subsequently recognizes him within the imperial system as Caesar.
Death of Constantius I, at Eburacum, York
After Constantius I dies, Galerius promotes Flavius Valerius Severus from Caesar to Augustus in the western tetrarchy.
Maxentius is proclaimed emperor at Rome, creating a direct challenge to Severus's authority in Italy.
Defeats the Picts
The Roman Senate recognizes Maxentius, weakening Severus's position in the city and central Italy.
Heavy taxation associated with Severus's administration contributes to discontent that helps Maxentius gain support in Italy.
As western Augustus, Severus holds authority centered on Italy and Africa while Constantine controls Britain and Gaul.
Constantine campaigns in northern Britain alongside Constantius during his father's final military expedition.