Death of Claudius
Claudius dies in Rome on October 13, 54; ancient sources commonly attribute his death to poisoning, though the details remain uncertain.
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54 in Roman Empire
Explore 14 historical events and records for Roman Empire in 54.
Historical records for Roman Empire in 54
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October
Praetorian Acclamation
The Praetorian Guard acclaims Nero emperor after the death of Claudius.
Succession
Nero succeeds Claudius as Roman emperor on October 13, 54.
Other events (month unknown)
Assassination of Claudius I
Hired by Agrippina the Younger to put poison in Claudius Is plate of mushrooms
Assassination of Junius Silanus
Assassinated by Nero, the 1st victim of Neros regime
Claudius Deified
Nero supports the deification of Claudius at the beginning of his reign.
Death of Claudius
Claudius dies in 54, and Nero's carefully prepared succession follows immediately.
Death of Junius Silanus
Death of Silanus
Death of Lucusta the Poisoner
Hired by Agrippina the Younger to put poison in Claudius Is plate of mushrooms
Imperial Adviser
Supports Nero’s early administration.
Imperial Adviser
Guides Nero’s early government with Burrus.
Proconsul
Appointed Proconsul of Asia
Regency Influence
Exercises strong influence during Nero’s early reign.
Seneca and Burrus Advise Government
Seneca and the praetorian prefect Burrus exercise major influence over imperial policy during the early years of Nero's reign.
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