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Also Known As Publius Licinius Valerianus
Died 260
Title / Office emperor (253-260), Roman Empire
Notable Family Members son Gallienus
Role In Battle of Edessa

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Ancient rock relief at Naqsh-e Rustam, Iran, depicting the surrender of Roman emperor Valerian to Persian king Shapur, with Shapur on horseback and Valerian kneeling before him.
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