Sabinian (proconsul) explained

Sabinian
Full Name:Marcus Asinius Sabinianus
Moretext:
self-proclaimed
Succession:Roman emperor
Reign:240
Predecessor:Gordian III
Successor:Gordian III
Regnal Name:Imperator Caesar Sabinianus Augustus

Marcus Asinius Sabinianus or Sabinian was proconsul of the Roman province of Africa. In 240 he led a revolt against Gordian III. He proclaimed himself emperor, but after being defeated by the governor of Mauretania, his supporters in Carthage surrendered him to the imperial authorities.

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