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Gellius Maximus

politician Ancient Roman senator

He served as an officer in Legio IV Scythica in Syria and took advantage of the turmoil during the reign of Elagabalus to proclaim himself emperor. The rebellion was soon extinguished, and Gellius Maximus was executed.

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politician Ancient Roman senator

Gellius Maximus was a Roman usurper against Emperor Elagabalus.

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He served as an officer in Legio IV Scythica in Syria and took advantage of the turmoil during the reign of Elagabalus to proclaim himself emperor. The rebellion was soon extinguished, and Gellius Maximus was executed.

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Gellius Maximus was the son of a physician and a member of the senate.

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219
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Ancient Rome

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