Sabinianus

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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