Death of Valentinian I
Death of Valentinian I, age 53, succeeded in name by his 4 yr old son Valentinian II
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375 in Roman Empire
Explore 11 historical events and records for Roman Empire in 375.
Historical records for Roman Empire in 375
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Ambrose Distributes Personal Wealth
The new bishop disposed of substantial personal resources as he committed himself to church service.
Ambrose Studies Christian Doctrine
Ambrose undertook intensive scriptural and theological study after unexpectedly entering the episcopate.
Ancyra Hosts Council In 375
A later Arian gathering at Ancyra in 375 pursued disciplinary action against bishops of opposing theological allegiance.
Gregory Of Nyssa Deposed
The Arian council associated with Ancyra deposed Gregory of Nyssa among other bishops in the dispute.
Succession
Succeeds as Emperor of Rome
Succession
Succeeds as Western Roman Emperor
Valentinian Dies At Brigetio
Valentinian died in November 375 while dealing with frontier affairs, traditionally after becoming enraged during an audience.
Valentinian Investigates Quadi Complaints
The emperor received accounts of regional grievances during negotiations following frontier violence.
Valentinian Meets Quadi Delegation
An embassy from the Quadi came before Valentinian at Brigetio during the final phase of his reign.
Valentinian Second Raised Emperor
After Valentinian's death his young son Valentinian II was elevated as an additional western emperor.
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