Sabinianus
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This article is about the Roman usurper. For other uses, see Sabinian (disambiguation).
| Sabinianus | |
|---|---|
| Usurper of the Roman Empire | |
| Reign | 240 |
| Predecessor | Gordian III |
| Successor | Gordian III |
Sabinianus was the leader of a revolt against Gordian III in Africa. He proclaimed himself emperor, but after being defeated by the governor of Mauretania (240), his supporters in Carthage surrendered him to the imperial authorities.
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