Assassination of Jotapian
Death of Jotapian, assassinated
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248 in Roman Empire
Explore 9 historical events and records for Roman Empire in 248.
Historical records for Roman Empire in 248
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Bishop
Appointed Bishop of Carthage
Death of Jotapian
Death of Jotapian, assassinated
Defense of Philip's Eastern Rule
Priscus remained associated with the imperial response to Jotapianus's uprising as Philip's government sought to preserve control of the eastern provinces.
Games-Roman
Celebrates the 1,000th anniversary of the foundation of Rome
Prefect
Appointed Prefect of Rome
Revolt of Jotapianus
Opposition to Priscus's severe fiscal administration contributed to the revolt of Jotapianus, who was proclaimed emperor in the eastern provinces.
Rome
Celebrates the 1,000th anniversary of the foundation of Rome
Succession
A usurper who claimed descent from Alexander. He was killed by his own men
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