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Which year did Majorian's fleet prepare to invade Africa?

  • 459

  • 460

  • 462

  • 464

Answer

The year 460 marked a pivotal moment in Roman history when Majorian assembled a formidable fleet in preparation for an invasion of Africa. This ambitious undertaking sought to recapture the African provinces lost during the Vandalic invasions and restore Rome's control over the crucial grain supplies from North Africa, which were vital for feeding the imperial capital.
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