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Succeeding his older brother Titus, Domitian became the 11th Roman Emperor from 81 to 96 AD, concluding the Flavian dynasty. With autocratic rule and a thirst for power, he centralized decision-making, strengthened imperial authority, and sought to unify and defend the empire's frontiers. Despite successful military campaigns, Domitian's harsh reign, paranoia, and increasingly tyrannical behavior led to his assassination by court officials.