People Who Died in 197
Clodius Albinus
Roman usurper during the Year of the Five Emperors
Died
February 19th, 197 1828 years ago — None years old
Born in 150, Albinus was a Roman general who proclaimed himself emperor in opposition to Septimius Severus during the tumultuous Year of the Five Emperors. He initially gained support in Britain and subsequently held a significant military command in the province. After being named Caesar under Severus, Albinus rebelled, claiming the purple in 196. He marched his army into Gaul to confront Severus' forces. The conflict culminated in a decisive battle at Lugdunum (modern Lyon) in 197, where Albinus was ultimately defeated. Following his defeat, he took his own life to avoid capture.
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