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Julian (emperor)

331–363 CE · 4th century

Julian was a Roman emperor of the fourth century CE, known for attempting to restore traditional paganism. He led a major expedition against Persia but died in the campaign in 363 CE. The peace that followed allowed the Sasanian Empire under Shapur II to recover Nisibis and other territories.

Julian (emperor)
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The Epoch Institute. (2026). Julian (emperor). In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/julian-emperor
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