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Episode CXXXVII - Mother Knows Best (Severus Alexander I)

Emperors of Rome

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Severus Alexander came to power in Rome in 222 CE after the death of his cousin Eligabolas. He would reign for 13 years but struggle to assert authority, bringing the once proud Severus dynasty to a chaotic ending. This is the first episode of our look at this young boy who became Emperor.

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