What status did Marcian's military expeditions grant him against the Huns?
Victorious Defender
Negotiator of Peace
Fearless Warrior
Protector of Rome
Answer
Victorious Defender is the title that was granted to Emperor Marcian by the Roman Senate for his military expeditions against the Huns. Marcian had been a general in the Roman army before he became emperor, and he led a number of successful campaigns against the Huns. The Roman Senate was so impressed with his military successes that they awarded him the title of Victorious Defender.
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