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The Battle of Lugdunum

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The Rise of Septimius Severus: Power Struggles and Brutal Battles

This chapter explores the rapid rise of Septimius Severus to power after being declared emperor, focusing on his strategic elimination of rivals. It highlights the brutal military campaigns, particularly against Gaius Pesanius and Claudius Albinus, that characterized his reign and secured his throne.

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