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When did Tiberius become Roman emperor?
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Tiberius succeeded to the principate and became the second Roman emperor on September 17, 14 ce.123
Following the death of Augustus on August 19, 14 ce, Tiberius engaged in political negotiations with the Senate for nearly a month before formally assuming the position.23