Aurelius Achilleus

AncientGeneralEgypt270 — 298

Correctore in Alexandria, brief rebel.

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Quick Facts

Born

270

Died

298

Country

Egypt

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)55

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)42

Legacy (20%)34

Leadership (15%)68

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score44.6

Aurelius Achilleus — Complete Timeline

297 AD

Appointed corrector of Alexandria by Domitius DomitianusPolitical Action

Aurelius Achilleus was appointed corrector (governor) of Alexandria by the usurper Domitius Domitianus. This position gave him administrative and military authority over the city during the rebellion against Diocletian.

AppointmentEgyptUsurpation

Continued rebellion after Domitianus's deathPolitical Action◆ Major

Following the death of Domitius Domitianus, Aurelius Achilleus assumed leadership of the Egyptian revolt against Diocletian. He continued to hold Alexandria and resist imperial forces for several more months.

RebellionEgyptDiocletian

Impact: regional

298 AD

Defeated and executed by DiocletianWar◆ Major

Diocletian's forces finally captured Alexandria and defeated the rebellion. Aurelius Achilleus was executed, ending the last major revolt in Egypt during Diocletian's reign. The suppression led to harsh reprisals against the city.

ExecutionEgyptDiocletianEnd of Rebellion

Impact: regionaltragic