Constantius II was Roman emperor from 337 to 361. His reign saw constant warfare on the borders against the Sasanian Empire and Germanic peoples, while internally the Roman Empire went through repeated civil wars, court intrigues, and usurpations. His religious policies inflamed domestic conflicts that would continue after his death.
The Eastern Roman armies under Constantius II defeated those of the usurper Magnentius at the Battle of Mursa Major.
On September 28, in the year 351, The Eastern Roman armies under Constantius II defeated those of the usurper Magnentius at the Battle of Mursa Major. This event is recorded as a Selected Events event in the history of September 28, a notable event in this corner of history.
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- This event took place on September 28, 351 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Selected Events event in recorded history.
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- Wikipedia source last updated on 6 September 2026.
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