Claudius Marcus Aurelius Gothicus

Claudius, Marcus Aurelius Gothicus, was an lllyrian by race. He served with courage and ability under Decius and Valerian, defeating the Goths, Scythians, and Heruli on the northern frontiers. Called to Rome by Gallienus to oppose the Dacian pretender, Aureolus, he was chosen emperor in 268. During his brief reign (he died in 270) he seems to have given proof of many popular virtues.