Caracalla Declares Himself Augustus

Caracalla officially took the title of Augustus, marking his elevation to co-emperor alongside his father, Septimius Severus. This move solidified his position within the Severan dynasty and established his authority in the empire.

The announcement was made in Rome, the political and cultural heart of the Roman Empire, signaling a key moment in imperial succession. Caracalla's new status began a period of shared rule and set the stage for his later sole reign.