Laelianus

AncientGeneralGallic Empire230 — 269

Brief Gallic usurper against Postumus, killed at Mainz.

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Quick Facts

Born

230

Died

269

Country

Gallic Empire

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)45

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)44

Legacy (20%)34

Leadership (15%)52

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score41.4

Laelianus — Complete Timeline

269 AD

Defeated and killed by Postumus at MainzWar◆ Major

Postumus besieged and captured Mainz, defeating Laelianus's rebellion. Laelianus was killed either during the siege or shortly after its fall. His brief revolt lasted only a few months.

SiegeBattleDeath

tragic

Proclaimed emperor in Gaul against PostumusPolitical Action◆ Major

Laelianus, a senior officer under Postumus, was proclaimed emperor by his troops in Mogontiacum (Mainz). His usurpation challenged Postumus's authority and sparked a civil war within the Gallic Empire.

UsurpationGallic EmpireCivil War