54 ⟶ Emperor Claudius Dies, Nero Ascends to the Throne

October 13 – Emperor Claudius dies (possibly after being poi...
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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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👑 Claudius Adopts Nero as Heir

Claudius adopts Nero.⟶
Claudius Adopts Nero as Heir (50)
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👑 Claudius Names Nero as Successor Over Britannicus

Claudius accepts Nero as his successor, to the detriment of Britannicus, his son by his first wife, Valeria Messalina.⟶
Claudius Names Nero as Successor Over Britannicus (53)
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👑 Emperor Claudius Dies, Nero Ascends to the Throne

October 13 – Emperor Claudius dies (possibly after being poisoned by Agrippina, his wife and niece), and is succeeded by Nero.⟶
Emperor Claudius Dies, Nero Ascends to the Throne (54)
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