Balbinus Fact-Matching Game

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Balbinus was a Roman emperor who ruled for a brief period in 238 AD.
He was born in the year 178 AD.
Balbinus served as a senator and held important political positions before becoming emperor.
He was appointed as co-emperor alongside Pupienus in 238 AD.
Balbinus and Pupienus were both murdered by the Praetorian Guard after a reign of only a few months.
He was known for his expertise in law and administration.
Balbinus was considered a strong and capable ruler.
He faced numerous challenges during his short reign, including conflicts with the Senate and military revolts.
Balbinus was known for his efforts to restore stability and order in the Roman Empire.
He appointed his son, Gordian III, as his successor.
Balbinus was the first emperor to be chosen by the Senate rather than the military.
He was a member of the Severan dynasty, which ruled the Roman Empire from 193 to 235 AD.
Balbinus attempted to negotiate peace with the Sassanid Empire, the main enemy of Rome at the time.
He was known for his generosity and support of the arts.
Balbinus was born in Syria, which was part of the Roman Empire at that time.
He had a reputation for being fair and just in his rulings.
Balbinus was over 60 years old when he became emperor.
He faced opposition from the Praetorian Guard throughout his reign.
Balbinus' reign is often seen as a period of instability and decline in the Roman Empire.
He was succeeded by his son, Gordian III, who was only 13 years old at the time.