1012: The Battle of Lugdunum
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The Rise of Didius Julianus Amid Chaos
This chapter explores Didius Julianus's dramatic ascent to the Roman throne following Pertinax's assassination. It highlights the chaos of a bidding war among the Praetorian guard and Julianus's strategic promise of financial rewards to secure his emperorship.
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