Which Roman emperor preceded Theodosius I?
Valens
Gratian
Arcadius
Honorius
Answer
Valens was the emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire from 364 to 378. He was preceded by Julian, who was assassinated in 363. Valens' reign was marked by conflict with the Goths, who invaded the empire in 376. Valens was defeated and killed by the Goths at the Battle of Adrianople in 378. Theodosius I succeeded Valens as emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire.
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