Constantine II

AncientEmperorRoman Empire316 — 340

Son of Constantine, killed invading his brother territory.

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Quick Facts

Born

316

Died

340

Country

Roman Empire

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)42

Legacy (20%)33

Leadership (15%)39

Strategy (15%)40

Total Score38.8

Constantine II — Complete Timeline

337 AD

Appointment as Augustus of the WestPolitical Action◆ Major

After Constantine's death, Constantine II was proclaimed Augustus alongside his brothers Constantius II and Constans I. He received the Western provinces, including Gaul, Britain, and Spain. The division was part of Constantine's plan for his sons to rule the empire jointly.

Imperial SuccessionCo-EmperorConstantine Dynasty

Impact: regional

340 AD

Invasion of Italy against ConstansWar◆ Major

Constantine II invaded Italy, claiming territory that he believed was rightfully his under the original division of the empire. He marched against his brother Constans I, who ruled Italy and Africa. The invasion was a miscalculation of Constans's military strength.

Civil WarInvasionConstantine Dynasty

Impact: regionaldestructive

Death at the Battle of AquileiaWar◆ Major

Constantine II was killed in an ambush near Aquileia by the forces of his brother Constans. His army was defeated, and he died in battle. His death ended the conflict and left Constans as the sole ruler of the Western Roman Empire.

Civil WarBattleDeath

Impact: regionaltragic