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Quintillus Timeline Game

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Quintillus was a Roman Emperor who ruled for a very short period of time in the year 270 AD. To learn more about the historical context of Quintillus’ reign, you can play our timeline game where you place events in their correct chronological order.

  • Test your knowledge of ancient Rome
  • Challenge yourself to remember key events in history
  • Learn about the timeline of Quintillus’ reign
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  • 270 AD: Quintillus becomes Roman Emperor
  • 270 AD: Quintillus rules as Emperor for a few months
  • 270 AD: Quintillus is overthrown and killed by Aurelian's troops
  • 270 AD: Aurelian becomes Roman Emperor
  • 270 AD: Quintillus is deified by Aurelian
  • 270 AD: Quintillus' reign is considered a 'lost' emperorship
  • 270 AD: Quintillus' coins are minted during his brief reign
  • 270 AD: Quintillus is the brother of Claudius II, another Roman Emperor
  • 220s AD: Quintillus is likely born in the 220s AD
  • 260s AD: Quintillus serves as a military commander before becoming Emperor
  • 270 AD: Quintillus is proclaimed Emperor by the Senate after the death of Claudius II
  • 270 AD: Quintillus' reign is marked by political instability and military challenges
  • 270 AD: Quintillus is praised for his virtues and leadership qualities
  • 270 AD: Quintillus' reign is overshadowed by the more successful reign of Aurelian
  • 270 AD: Quintillus dies under mysterious circumstances
  • 270 AD: Quintillus is buried with honors in Rome
  • 270 AD: Quintillus' legacy is largely forgotten in Roman history
  • 270 AD: Quintillus' reign is seen as a brief and unsuccessful chapter in Roman history
  • 270 AD: Quintillus' image is depicted on coins and statues during his reign
  • 270 AD: Quintillus' name is rarely mentioned in historical records after his death

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