Date
0177-10-25
Category
Politics
Location
Rome, Italy, Roman Empire
Archive
Event #854
Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius officially declared his son Commodus as co-emperor, sharing imperial authority.
This political move marked the first time a biological son was directly elevated to power alongside his father, signaling a shift in Roman imperial succession practices.
The elevation took place in Rome, underscoring the dynastic intentions of Marcus Aurelius during a period of ongoing military campaigns.
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