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Licinius Fact-Matching Game

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About This Challenge

Licinius, an ancient Roman emperor, was known for his political and military prowess. In this fact-matching game, you will have the opportunity to piece together important information fragments just like Licinius strategized on the battlefield.

  • Explore various historical documents and artifacts to uncover clues about Licinius’ reign.
  • Utilize powerful spells to gain hints and extra time as you navigate through the game.
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  • Licinius was a Roman Emperor who ruled from 308 to 324 AD.
  • He was born in Moesia (modern-day Serbia) around 250 AD.
  • Licinius was a close ally of Emperor Galerius and served as his co-emperor.
  • He married Constantia, the half-sister of Emperor Constantine the Great.
  • Licinius and Constantine initially ruled the Roman Empire together.
  • Licinius was known for his persecution of Christians during his reign.
  • He issued the Edict of Milan in 313 AD, granting religious tolerance to Christians.
  • Licinius fought a series of civil wars against Constantine, culminating in the Battle of Chrysopolis in 324 AD.
  • He was defeated by Constantine and ultimately executed in 325 AD.
  • Licinius was the last pagan Roman Emperor.
  • He issued coins with pagan imagery and was known for his adherence to traditional Roman religion.
  • Licinius established his capital at Nicomedia in modern-day Turkey.
  • He was initially praised for his military successes against the Goths and Sarmatians.
  • Licinius faced several rebellions in his territories, weakening his hold on power.
  • He appointed his son, Licinius II, as Caesar in the East, but the boy died young.
  • Licinius was known for his cruel treatment of political rivals and opponents.
  • He was condemned as a tyrant by Christian historians.
  • Licinius' defeat by Constantine marked the end of the Tetrarchy and the beginning of Constantine's sole rule.
  • His memory was officially condemned by Constantine, who sought to erase Licinius from history.
  • Despite his reputation as a tyrant, Licinius was praised for his administrative reforms and construction projects.

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