When was Gordian III born?
20 January 225
15 March 230
10 April 220
5 May 235
Answer
Gordian III was born on January 20, 225. He was the son of Gordian I and Fabia Orestilla. His father was a Roman senator who was proclaimed emperor in 238, but was killed in battle a few weeks later. Gordian III was then proclaimed emperor by the Senate, but he was only 13 years old and was effectively controlled by his powerful advisor, Timesitheus.
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