Date
0069-04-16
Category
Politics
Location
Rome, Italy, Roman Empire
Archive
Event #808
Vitellius was declared emperor by the legions of Germania during the chaotic Year of the Four Emperors. After the death of Emperor Otho, Vitellius marched to Rome where he was formally recognized as emperor.
This period was marked by civil war and political instability as multiple claimants vied for control of the Roman Empire. Vitellius’ accession symbolized a shift in power among competing military factions.
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