Death of Magnentius
Death of Magnentius, falls on his own sword
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353 in Roman Empire
Explore 7 historical events and records for Roman Empire in 353.
Historical records for Roman Empire in 353
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Battle of Mons Seleucus
Magnentius made a final stand in 353 in the Battle of Mons Seleucus, after which he committed suicide by falling on his sword
Battle of Mons Seleucus
Magnentius made a final stand in 353 in the Battle of Mons Seleucus, after which he committed suicide by falling on his sword
Death of Constantius II
Death of Magnentius, falls on his own sword
Succession
Becomes undisputed ruler of the whole Roman Empire
Suicide
Magnentius made a final stand in 353 in the Battle of Mons Seleucus, after which he committed suicide by falling on his sword
Suicide
Magnentius made a final stand in 353 in the Battle of Mons Seleucus, after which he committed suicide by falling on his sword
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