Historical Events from This Year 337
Politics & Government
Succession of Constantine's Three Sons
September 9th, 337 1687 years ago
Constantine II, Constantius II, and Constans ascended the Roman throne as co-emperors following the death of their father, Constantine I. This transition marked a significant shift in the leadership of the Roman Empire, as the newly appointed Augusti divided the realm amongst themselves. Each emperor took control of different regions, establishing a triadic rule that sought to maintain unity and stability in the vast empire that spanned Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. This new governance structure set the stage for both cooperation and conflict among the brothers.
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