Magnus Maximus
late 4th-century Roman emperor of Britain and usurper of the West
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Summary
Magnus Maximus was born on January 1, 335[1], in Hispania[2]. He died on August 27, 388[3], in Aquileia[4]. He worked as a politician[5]. He ranks in the top 0.67% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (3,906 views/month, #6,664 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Date of death: August 28, 388[7]
- Child: Flavius Victor[8]
- Country of citizenship: Ancient Rome[9]
- Position held: Roman emperor[10], ancient Roman senator[11], Roman consul[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Family: Theodosian dynasty[14]
- Commons category: Magnus Maximus[15]
- Said to be the same as: Macsen[16]
- Topic's main category: Category:Magnus Maximus[17]
- Commons gallery: Magnus Maximus[18]
- Manner of death: capital punishment[19]
- Described by source: Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (1885–1890)[20]
- Present in work: The History of the Kings of Britain[21]
- Birth name: Flavius Magnus Maximus[22]
- Time period: Low Roman Empire[23], late antiquity[24]
- Cognomen: Magnus[25], Maximus[26]
Why It Matters
Magnus Maximus has Wikipedia articles in 25 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[27] He is known by 35 alternative names across languages and contexts.[28]
FAQs
Where was Magnus Maximus born?
Magnus Maximus was born in Hispania[2].
Where did Magnus Maximus die?
Magnus Maximus passed away in Aquileia[4].
What did Magnus Maximus do for work?
Magnus Maximus worked as a politician[5].