Publius Septimius Geta
Roman Emperor of the Severan dynasty
Born
Died
211
1814 years ago — 22 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Roman Empire
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Born in 189 AD, served as Roman Emperor from 209 to 211 AD alongside his brother Caracalla. His reign was marked by conflict with his brother, leading to a power struggle that culminated in his assassination. Geta's governance included efforts to maintain stability within the empire and relations with the provinces. After his death, Caracalla sought to erase Geta from history, including a damnatio memoriae, aimed at eliminating Geta's legacy.
Ruled as co-emperor with Caracalla
Assassinated in 211 AD
Subject of a damnatio memoriae
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