About this episode
The episode discusses the challenges faced by Diocletian and Galerius in the East during the formation of the tetrarch system, including rebellion and invasion.
With the tetrarch system still taking shape, Diocletian and his Caesar Galerius come under growing pressure in the East, facing rebellion from Egypt and invasion from the Persian King Naresh. A series of hard campaigns, careful political choices and eventual victory will determine whether this new imperial order can truly secure Rome's frontiers. Support Emperors of Rome on Patreon: patreon.com/romepodcast This month's bonus episode on Patreon is with Rhiannon Evans, looking at panegyrics. . Episode CCLIII (253) Part V of Diocletian Guest: Professor Caillan Davenport (Centre for Classical Studies, Australian National University)
People in this episode
Guest: Professor Caillan Davenport
Topics covered
- Tetrarchy
- Diocletian
- Roman Empire
- Persian Invasion
- Political Choices
- Military Campaigns
Keywords
- Tetrarchy
- Diocletian
- Galerius
- Persian King Naresh
- Egypt Rebellion
- Roman Frontiers
- Military Campaigns
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: La Trobe University, Centre for Classical Studies, Australian National University
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