Titus Julius Priscus
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Titus Julius Priscus was a mid 3rd century Roman usurper.

He was the governor of Thrace
Thrace
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, and proclaimed himself Emperor in opposition to Emperor Decius
Decius
Trajan Decius , was Roman Emperor from 249 to 251. In the last year of his reign, he co-ruled with his son Herennius Etruscus until they were both killed in the Battle of Abrittus.-Early life and rise to power:...

 at Philippopolis
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 towards the end of 251, probably with Gothic
Goths
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 collusion following their successful siege at the Battle of Philippopolis. The Roman Senate declared him a public enemy almost as soon as he attempted to usurp the throne. Priscus was killed shortly after his proclamation.

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