Licinius

AncientEmperorRoman Empire263 — 325

Co-emperor with Constantine who was eventually executed.

Compare Licinius with another historical figure:

Quick Facts

Born

263

Died

325

Country

Roman Empire

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)20

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)45

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)52

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score39.5

Licinius — Complete Timeline

313 AD

Edict of MilanPolitical Action◆ Major

Licinius met Constantine in Milan and agreed to a policy of religious toleration for Christians. The agreement, known as the Edict of Milan, granted freedom of worship throughout the Roman Empire.

ChristianityReligious PolicyTetrarchy

Impact: globalprogressive

316 AD

Battle of CibalaeWar◆ Major

Licinius was defeated by Constantine at the Battle of Cibalae in Pannonia. The loss forced Licinius to cede most of the Balkan provinces to Constantine, significantly weakening his position as co-emperor.

Civil WarConstantineTetrarchy

Impact: regional

324 AD

Battle of ChrysopolisWar

Constantine decisively defeated Licinius at the Battle of Chrysopolis near Chalcedon. Licinius surrendered and was initially spared, but was later executed on charges of plotting rebellion, ending the Tetrarchy.

Civil WarConstantineEnd of Tetrarchy

Impact: global