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Valentinian I Fact-Matching Game

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Valentinian I was known for his military prowess and his efforts to stabilize the Roman Empire during a period of great internal strife and external threats.

  • Valentinian I was proclaimed emperor in 364 AD after the death of Emperor Jovian.
  • He appointed his brother Valens as co-emperor to rule the eastern half of the empire.
  • Valentinian I was known for his strict discipline and his efforts to maintain the military strength of the empire.

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • Valentinian I was Roman Emperor from 364 to 375 AD.
  • He was born in Cibalae, Pannonia (modern-day Croatia).
  • Valentinian I was of Illyrian descent.
  • He co-ruled the Roman Empire with his brother Valens.
  • Valentinian I was known for his military prowess and successful campaigns against various barbarian tribes.
  • He rebuilt the fortifications along the Rhine and Danube rivers to defend the empire from invasion.
  • Valentinian I was a staunch supporter of Nicene Christianity and persecuted Arianism.
  • He issued edicts promoting Christianity and banning pagan worship.
  • Valentinian I was known for his strict discipline and harsh punishments for soldiers who disobeyed orders.
  • He was married twice and had several children, including future emperors Gratian and Valentinian II.
  • Valentinian I died suddenly in 375 AD, possibly from a stroke or burst blood vessel.
  • His death led to a power struggle between his sons and generals, ultimately weakening the Western Roman Empire.
  • Valentinian I was known for his administrative reforms and efforts to curb corruption in the government.
  • He appointed loyal and competent officials to key positions in the imperial administration.
  • Valentinian I was a skilled diplomat and negotiated peaceful settlements with foreign powers to secure the empire's borders.
  • He was known for his frugality and refusal to indulge in extravagant luxuries.
  • Valentinian I was posthumously deified by his supporters and honored as a saint in some Christian traditions.
  • His reign marked a period of stability and prosperity for the Roman Empire, despite ongoing threats from external enemies.
  • Valentinian I was succeeded by his son Gratian as Emperor of the West.
  • He is remembered as a capable ruler who defended the empire against internal and external threats during a tumultuous time in Roman history.

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