Roman Rulers

Gallienus

the Cultured

Century3rd c. AD

DynastyCrisis

Reign15 years

OriginItalia

DeathAssassinated

ReligionPagan

Gallienus was a Roman emperor of the Crisis dynasty active in the 3rd c. AD originally from Italia. Held power for 15 years and was assassinated.

Historical Note

Patron of Plotinus and Neoplatonism. Murdered by his own officers during a siege.

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