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Galerius Fact-Matching Game

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About This Challenge

The game “Galerius” is a captivating fact-matching game that will challenge your detective skills as you piece together important information fragments about the historical figure.

  • Uncover hidden clues from historical documents
  • Solve puzzles to reveal Galerius’ secrets
  • Use spells for hints and extra time to crack the case
Need a Hint? View the Facts
  • Galerius was a Roman Emperor who ruled from 305 to 311 AD.
  • He was born in Dacia (modern-day Serbia) around 250 AD.
  • Galerius was known for his persecution of Christians during his reign.
  • He was a close ally of the Emperor Diocletian, serving as his Caesar and later as his co-Augustus.
  • Galerius issued the Edict of Toleration in 311 AD, ending the persecution of Christians in the Eastern Roman Empire.
  • He is known for his military campaigns against the Sassanid Empire and the tribes of the Danube region.
  • Galerius died in 311 AD from a painful illness, possibly stomach cancer.
  • He was succeeded by Licinius as Emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire.
  • Galerius was the son of a shepherd and rose to power through his military prowess.
  • He was known for his harsh rule and brutal treatment of his enemies.
  • Galerius is sometimes referred to as Galerius Maximianus, due to his close association with the Emperor Maximian.
  • He is depicted on several Roman coins, showing his distinctive features and military attire.
  • Galerius was responsible for the construction of several public works projects in the Eastern Roman Empire.
  • He was a skilled administrator and implemented several reforms to improve the efficiency of the Roman government.
  • Galerius was married to Valeria, the daughter of the Emperor Diocletian, in a political alliance.
  • He had several children, including a son named Romulus, who was appointed Caesar by his father.
  • Galerius was known for his extravagant lifestyle and love of luxury, despite his humble origins.
  • He was a patron of the arts and sponsored the construction of several monuments and buildings in his honor.
  • Galerius is often portrayed in historical sources as a ruthless and tyrannical ruler, due to his persecution of Christians and harsh treatment of his enemies.
  • Despite his controversial legacy, Galerius played a significant role in the history of the Roman Empire and the transition from the Tetrarchy to the Constantinian dynasty.

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