Glycerius

AncientEmperorWestern Roman Empire420 — 480

Brief Western Roman emperor.

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Quick Facts

Born

420

Died

480

Country

Western Roman Empire

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)48

Political (20%)29

Influence (20%)42

Legacy (20%)34

Leadership (15%)39

Strategy (15%)39

Total Score38.0

Glycerius — Complete Timeline

473 AD

Proclaimed Western Roman EmperorPolitical Action◆ Major

Glycerius was proclaimed Western Roman Emperor at Ravenna by the magister militum Gundobad, succeeding Olybrius. His elevation was not recognized by the Eastern Roman Emperor Leo I, who considered him a usurper.

Imperial SuccessionUsurpation

Impact: regional

474 AD

Deposed by Julius NeposPolitical Action◆ Major

The Eastern Roman Emperor Leo I sent Julius Nepos with a fleet to Italy to depose Glycerius. Nepos landed near Rome, and Glycerius was forced to abdicate without significant resistance. He was then appointed Bishop of Salona in Dalmatia.

DepositionImperial Succession

Impact: regional