Eugenius was a Western Roman emperor from 392 to 394, unrecognized by the Eastern Roman emperor Theodosius I. While Christian himself, Eugenius capitalized on the discontent in the West caused by Theodosius' religious policies targeting pagans. He renovated the pagan Temple of Venus and Roma and restored the Altar of Victory after continued petitions from the Roman Senate. Eugenius replaced Theodosius' administrators with men loyal to him. This included pagans, reviving the pagan cause. His army fought the army of Theodosius at the Battle of the Frigidus, where he was captured and executed.
Eugenius, Roman usurper
On September 6, in the year 394, Eugenius, Roman usurper. This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of September 6, one of 443 recorded events on this date across all of history.
1 notable person is associated with this event, including Eugenius. Learn more below.
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- This event took place on September 6, 394 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
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- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 31 July 2026.
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