Galerius

AncientEmperorRoman Empire250 — 311

Tetrarch who issued the edict ending Christian persecution.

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Quick Facts

Born

250

Died

311

Country

Roman Empire

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)63

Political (20%)63

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)48

Leadership (15%)49

Strategy (15%)66

Total Score55.7

Galerius — Complete Timeline

297 AD

Persian CampaignWar◆ Major

Galerius led a Roman army against the Sassanid Empire, suffering an initial defeat near Carrhae. He later regrouped and won a decisive victory, capturing the Persian king Narseh's family and forcing a favorable peace treaty.

Sassanid WarMilitary Campaign

Impact: regional

303 AD

Great Persecution of ChristiansPolitical Action◆ Major

Galerius was a primary instigator of Diocletian's Great Persecution, which sought to suppress Christianity through destruction of churches, confiscation of property, and execution of clergy. The persecution lasted until 311.

ChristianityPersecutionTetrarchy

Impact: nationaldestructive

311 AD

Edict of TolerationReform

Galerius, on his deathbed, issued an edict ending the persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire. The edict granted Christians the right to practice their religion and rebuild their churches, marking a major shift in imperial policy.

ChristianityReligious PolicyTetrarchy

Impact: globalprogressive