What Happened This Year 355

Historical Events from This Year 355

Politics & Government

Claudius Silvanus Proclaims Himself Emperor

August 11th, 355 1669 years ago

Claudius Silvanus, a military general, declared himself Roman Emperor in opposition to Constantius II. This proclamation arose amid rising tensions and accusations of treason against Silvanus, as he led his troops and garnered support among factions in Gaul. The move was emblematic of the fractured political landscape of the Roman Empire during this period.

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