Politics & Government

Avitus Consolidates Power in Italy

Avitus, a former military general, entered Italy at the head of a Gallic army. Following his declaration as emperor by the troops, he aimed to establish stability and consolidate authority amidst a turbulent political landscape. His march into the Italian heartland marked a significant assertion of power, as he sought to strengthen ties with closer allies and address the unrest destabilizing the Roman Empire.

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