Adoption of Trajan
Adopts Trajan to secure army support and succession.
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Adoption of Trajan
Succeeds as Emperor of Rome. Nerva Marcus Cocceius names Trajan heir to placate the Praetorians and German legions
Adoption by Nerva
Emperor Nerva adopts Trajan and designates him as his imperial heir on October 27, 97.
Military Support for Trajan's Adoption
Nerva adopts Trajan amid pressure from the army after the Praetorian crisis, strengthening support for the succession.
Germanicus Title
Trajan receives the victory title Germanicus while commanding Roman forces on the Rhine frontier.