Gordian III

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Gordian III born?January 20, 225
2. Where was Gordian III born?Presumed to be Rome, Italy
3. What is Gordian III known for?Youngest sole emperor of the Roman Empire (second youngest overall)
4. What is the career?Roman Emperor (238 – c. February 244)
5. What is the death?Circa February 244, during military campaign
6. Who was Gordian III?Gordian III was a Roman emperor who became ruler when he was only 13 years old. He was the grandson of earlier emperors Gordian I and Gordian II.

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