Eugenius

AncientPoliticianWestern Roman Empire345 — 394

Rhetorician usurper, defeated at the Frigidus.

Compare Eugenius with another historical figure:

Quick Facts

Born

345

Died

394

Country

Western Roman Empire

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)31

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)35

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score36.4

Eugenius — Complete Timeline

392 AD

Proclaimed Emperor by ArbogastPolitical Action◆ Major

Eugenius, a Roman rhetorician and teacher, was proclaimed Western Roman Emperor by the Frankish general Arbogast after the death of Valentinian II. He was a puppet ruler, with Arbogast holding real power.

UsurpationRoman EmpirePuppet Ruler

Impact: national

394 AD

Defeated at the Battle of the FrigidusWar◆ Major

Eugenius's army, led by Arbogast, was defeated by Theodosius I at the Battle of the Frigidus. Eugenius was captured and executed, ending his brief reign and reuniting the Roman Empire under Theodosius.

BattleRoman EmpireCivil War

Impact: globaltragic