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Who was Gordian III to Philip the Arab?

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As his predecessor, Philip the Arab inherited the Roman Empire from Gordian III, who was assassinated in 244. This transition of power marked a critical juncture in Roman history, as it paved the way for the turbulent reign of Philip and his subsequent conflicts with various claimants and challenges to his authority.
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