Historical Events from This Year 437
Valentinian III ascends as Western Roman Emperor
Valentinian III began his reign over the Western Roman Empire after the conclusion of his mother's regency. Galla Placidia, who had served as a powerful regent since her son's birth, officially transferred power to him but continued to exert considerable influence at the Roman court. This transition marked a significant moment in the political landscape of the empire, with Galla Placidia remaining a key figure in governance and diplomacy.
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Valentinian III married Licinia Eudoxia in Constantinople, uniting the Western and Eastern Roman Empires through this alliance. The marriage linked the Western Roman Emperor, Valentinian III, to the daughter of his cousin, Theodosius II, strengthening political ties. The ceremony exemplified the significance of dynastic unions during a time of instability, as it sought to solidify relationships across the divided empire and promote cooperation between the two branches of the House of Theodosius.
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