Decentius

AncientEmperorRoman Empire290 — 353

Brother of Magnentius, hung himself after defeat.

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Quick Facts

Born

290

Died

353

Country

Roman Empire

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)45

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)45

Strategy (15%)38

Total Score44.9

Decentius — Complete Timeline

350 AD

Appointed Caesar by MagnentiusPolitical Action◆ Major

After Magnentius usurped the Western Roman throne, he appointed his brother Decentius as Caesar. Decentius was given command of Gaul and tasked with defending the Rhine frontier against Germanic tribes.

Imperial AppointmentUsurpationMagnentius

Impact: regional

352 AD

Failed to defend Gaul against AlemanniWar◆ Major

Decentius's forces failed to prevent Alemanni incursions into Gaul, leading to significant devastation. This military failure weakened Magnentius's position and undermined confidence in the usurper regime.

Military DefeatGermanic InvasionGaul

Impact: regionaldestructive

353 AD

Committed suicide after Magnentius's defeatOther◆ Major

After Magnentius was defeated by Constantius II at the Battle of Mons Seleucus, Decentius hanged himself. His suicide ended the usurper dynasty and restored the Western Roman Empire to Constantius II's control.

SuicideUsurpationConstantius II

Impact: regionaltragic