49 ⟶ Caligula's Reign Ends; Claudius Becomes Emperor

Gaius Caesar Germanicus/Caligula (AD 37–41).
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🏛️ Caligula's Policies and Actions

Gaius Caesar Germanicus/Caligula, Roman Emperor (AD 37–41)⟶
Caligula's Policies and Actions (39)
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🗡️ Caligula Assassinated; Claudius Becomes Roman Emperor

January 24 Caligula, known for his eccentricity and cruel despotism, is assassinated by his disgruntled Praetorian Guards. Claudius succeeds his nephew, Caligula, as emperor.⟶
Caligula Assassinated; Claudius Becomes Roman Emperor (41)
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🏛️ Claudius Recognized as Roman Emperor by the Senate

January 25 – After a night of negotiation, Claudius is accepted as emperor by the Senate.⟶
Claudius Recognized as Roman Emperor by the Senate (41)
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🏛️ Caligula's Reign Ends; Claudius Becomes Emperor

Gaius Caesar Germanicus/Caligula (AD 37–41).⟶
Caligula's Reign Ends; Claudius Becomes Emperor (49)
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