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Numerian Timeline Game

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Summoning Knowledge...

About This Challenge

The Numerian timeline game is a fun and educational way to learn about history and practice critical thinking skills.

  • Players must place events in their correct chronological order
  • Provides an engaging way to learn about Numerian history
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  • 253 AD: Numerian is born in 253 AD
  • 282 AD: Numerian is appointed Caesar by his father, Emperor Carus, in 282 AD
  • 283 AD: Carus dies while on campaign in Persia, making Numerian the new Emperor
  • 283-284 AD: Numerian leads a successful campaign against the Sasanian Empire
  • 284 AD: Numerian falls ill and becomes unable to lead the army
  • 284 AD: Numerian's death is announced, with his brother Carinus declared Emperor
  • 284 AD: It is discovered that Numerian was murdered by his Praetorian Prefect, Aper
  • 284 AD: Numerian's body is found in his litter, and Aper is executed for his murder
  • 284 AD: Numerian's death leads to a power struggle between Carinus and Diocletian
  • 284 AD: Diocletian emerges victorious and becomes the new Emperor
  • 283-284 AD: Numerian's reign is seen as a short and turbulent period in Roman history
  • 283-284 AD: Numerian is remembered as a capable military leader despite his untimely death

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