Ardashir Succeeds Shapur II
Ardashir II took the Persian throne after the long reign of Shapur II, amid continuing dynastic struggles.
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379 in Persia
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Shapur Dies After Long Rule
Shapur II died in 379 and was succeeded by Ardashir II in the Sasanian royal succession.
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