Aureolus
Usurper of the Roman Empire (died 268) · Lived 220 to 268 · aged 48
Aureolus was a Roman military commander during the reign of Emperor Gallienus before he attempted to usurp the Roman Empire. After turning against Gallienus, Aureolus was killed during the political turmoil that surrounded the Emperor's assassination in a conspiracy orchestrated by his senior officers.
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About this person
Aureolus is known as one of the Thirty Tyrants and is referenced in ancient sources including the Historia Augusta, Zonaras' epitome and Zosimus' Historia Nova.
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 220 to 268 · aged 48