Full Name: Marcus Aurelius Valerius Maxentius Augustus
Profession: Roman Emperor
Nationality: Roman
Why Famous: Roman Emperor from 306 to 312. He was defeated by Constantine at the Battle of the Milvian Bridge, and has since been vilified and presented as a cruel and bloodthirsty tyrant.
Died: October 28, 312
Cause of Death: Drowned during battle
Historical Events
- 0306-10-28 Maxentius proclaimed Emperor of Rome
- 0308-11-11 The Congress of Carnuntum: Attempting to keep peace within the Roman Empire, the leaders of the Tetrarchy declare Maxentius and Licinius to be Augusti, while rival contender Constantine I is declared Caesar of Britain and Gaul.
- 0312-10-28 Emperor Constantine the Great beats rival Maxentius at the Battle of the Milvian Bridge
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