Last Pagan Roman emperor, reigned 361 to 363. Julian was born on 17 November 331 CE. Julian is remembered as a politician, philosopher and writer, a citizen of Ancient Rome. Notable works include “Account of the campaign against the Nardini”, “Misopogon” and “Cesars”. Positions held included Roman emperor and ancient Roman senator.
Before and after
- 325 CEFirst Council of Nicaea
- 327 CEConstruction of Church of the Nativity
- c. 330 CEKing Ezana converts Aksum to Christianity
- 11 May 330 CEConstantine dedicates Constantinople
- 17 November 331 CEBirth of Julian
- 335 CEConstruction of Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- 22 May 337 CEDeath of Constantine the Great
- 339 CEBirth of Ambrose
- 344 CEBattle of Singara
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