Historical Events from This Year 414
Politics & Government
Aelia Pulcheria Becomes Regent Empress
July 4th, 414 1610 years ago
At the young age of 13, Emperor Theodosius II ceded power to his elder sister Aelia Pulcheria, who declared herself empress (Augusta) of the Eastern Roman Empire. Pulcheria's ascent marked a significant shift in imperial authority, as she took on the regency to guide her brother, ensuring stability in a time of potential tumult within the empire. Her proclamation was significant in establishing a precedent for female rulership in a male-dominated political landscape.
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