When did Aurelian begin his service in the Roman army?
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Answer
Aurelian began his service in the Roman army in 235. He was born in Sirmium, a Roman city in what is now Serbia. He joined the army as a common soldier and rose through the ranks. He became a general and eventually became emperor in 270. He ruled for five years and died in 275.
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