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Gratian (Latin: Gratianus; 18 April 359 – 25 August 383) was emperor of the Western Roman Empire from 367 to 383. The eldest son of Valentinian I, Gratian was raised to the rank of Augustus as a child and inherited the West after his father's death in 375.
Gratian was a Roman emperor from 367 to 383. During part of his reign he shared this office with his father, Valentinian I (reigned 364–375), and his uncle Valens (reigned 364–378). By proclaiming the eight-year-old Gratian as Augustus (coruler), his father sought to assure a peaceful succession to
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Gratian (born 11th century, Carraria-Ficulle?, Tuscany [Italy]—died before 1159, Bologna?) was an Italian monk who was the father of the study of canon law. His writing and teaching initiated canon law as a new branch of learning distinct from theology.
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Learn about the life and reign of Gratian, the western emperor who ruled from 367 to 383. Find out how he faced barbarian invasions, religious controversies, and a rival usurper.
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Jan 4, 2021 · Learn about Gratian, the son of Valentinian I and co-emperor with his brother Valentinian II. Find out how he ruled in the west, campaigned against the Alemanni and Visigoths, and was assassinated by a traitor.
Gratian was the son of Valentinian I and ruled the western part of the Roman Empire from 367 to 383. He adopted a policy of mildness and Christianity, but was assassinated by his troops after a revolt by Magnus Maximus.
Gratian ( Latin: Gratianus; 18 April 359 – 25 August 383) was emperor of the Western Roman Empire from 367 to 383. The eldest son of Valentinian I, Gratian was raised to the rank of Augustus as a child and inherited the West after his father's death in 375.