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Unexpected Revolt
- Marcus Aurelius faced a revolt in the East in 175 AD, despite his successful leadership and military victories.
- This seemingly contradictory event stemmed from discontent over his focus on the northern campaigns.
Roots of Discontent
- The revolt likely resulted from miscommunication and resentment towards Marcus's northern wars.
- Many in the East felt the wars were a poor use of resources, given the plagues and depopulation.
Senatorial Opposition
- Two groups in the Senate opposed Marcus: those connected to Lucius Verus’ family and those concerned about the empire's crises.
- These senators saw the war in Germania as a misallocation of resources while other threats loomed.