Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus(AD ca. 173 – AD 238) Traditionally the birth of Maximinus is stated as having been either in AD 172 or 173, as was believed by the ancient historians. Today however there is some doubt if this truly was the case. It might indeed well have been that he was born as …
Marcus Julius Gessius Alexianus(AD 208 – AD 235) Marcus Julius Gessius Alexianus was born in AD 208 in Caesarea (sub Libano) in Phoenicia. He was the son of Gessius Marcianus and Julia Avita Mamaea, daughter of Julia Maesa. Just like his cousin Elagabalus, Alexander had inherited the priesthood of the Syrian sun god El-Gabaal. Alexander …
Elagabalus, often remembered as the most eccentric Roman Emperor, ascended to the throne in a time of great upheaval. Born into a lineage of power and religious significance, his reign was marked by unprecedented acts that challenged Roman societal norms and traditions. From his religious reforms centered around the Syrian sun god El-Gabal to his …
Marcus Opellius Macrinus(AD 164 – AD 218) Marcus Opellius Macrinus was born in AD 164 in Caesarea, a harbour town in Mauretania. There are two stories surrounding his origins. On tells of him being from a poor family and, as a young man, having made his living at times as a hunter, a courier – …
Publius Septimius Geta(AD 189 – AD 211) Publius Septimius Geta was born in AD 189 in Rome, as the younger son of Septimius Severus and Julia Domna. He most the likely possessed the same bad temper as his infamous brother Caracalla. Although it appears he was not as brutish. This difference was only enhanced by …
Caracalla, notorious for his ruthlessness, ruled as one of Rome’s most infamous emperors, leaving a legacy marked by bloodshed and significant civic contributions. His ascent to power, marked by a deadly rivalry with his brother Geta, culminated in Geta’s assassination and Caracalla’s sole rule. His reign was characterized by extensive military campaigns and the notable …