Historical Events tagged with "gothic"

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Military & Warfare

Ostrogoths Defeat Odoacer in Italy

September 30th, 489 1535 years ago

The Ostrogothic King Theoderic the Great led his forces to victory over the armies of Odoacer, solidifying his claim to power in Italy. This confrontation near the town of Verona represented the second significant clash between these two leaders. Theoderic, seeking to establish Ostrogothic dominance, capitalized on strategic military maneuvers and the weakened state of Odoacer’s forces. The battle marked a pivotal moment in the struggle for control of Italy during the late Roman Empire's decline.

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Politics & Government

Rufinus Assassinated by Gothic Mercenaries

November 27th, 395 1629 years ago

Rufinus, the praetorian prefect of the East, was murdered by Gothic mercenaries under the command of Gainas in Constantinople. Rufinus was a powerful political figure in the late Roman Empire, closely associated with the court of Emperor Arcadius. His assassination marked a significant turning point in the power dynamics of the Empire and highlighted the influence of foreign military leaders within Roman political affairs.

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