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When did Claudius rule as Roman emperor?
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Claudius
Claudius I, detail of a bust found near Priverno; in the Vatican Museums.
Claudius served as Roman emperor from 41 to 54 CE. He was proclaimed emperor by the Praetorian Guard on January 25, 41, following the assassination of his predecessor, Caligula. His reign concluded with his death on October 13, 54 CE.1234