Historical Events tagged with "gundobad"
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Politics & Government
Gundobad Nominates Glycerius as Emperor
March 3rd, 473 1552 years ago
Gundobad, a nephew of the powerful general Ricimer, nominated Glycerius as the new emperor of the Western Roman Empire. This political maneuvering occurred amidst the declining stability of the empire, as factions vied for control. Glycerius was selected largely for his connections and as a figure acceptable to Gundobad and other factions. The choice reflected the intricate relationships and power struggles among the Roman elite during this chaotic period.
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