The Price of Power
Julianus's purchase of the imperial throne for a staggering sum, equivalent to ten years' salary for a praetorian guard, marked the beginning of his downfall. Lacking the respect of the Roman populace, he faced public scorn and violence, leading to a swift decline in his popularity. His unpopular decisions, including the reversal of a coinage reform, further fueled dissent, prompting rival generals to claim the title of emperor across the empire.In this clip
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Didius Julianus: The Man Who Bought An Empire
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