8 August 117Death of TrajanMarcus Ulpius Trajan
Dies in Cilicia while returning from the eastern campaign.
Historical records for Roman Empire in 117, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Dies in Cilicia while returning from the eastern campaign.
Supports the announcement of Hadrian as Trajan successor.
Is acclaimed emperor after Trajan death.
Returns to Rome with Trajan's ashes after his death.
Abandons parts of Trajan eastern conquests.
Sets the Euphrates frontier after abandoning Trajanic eastern conquests.
Succeeds Trajan as emperor and is acclaimed by the army.
Is declared emperor after Trajan dies in Cilicia.
Becomes empress as the wife of Hadrian.
Holds command in Syria as Trajan dies.
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