Sculpture of Julia Domna

Sculpture by Julia Domna from the end of the 2nd century CEJulia was the wife of Emperor Septimius Severus, who reigned from 193 to 211 CE. He won the civil war and stabilized the situation in the country after the death of Commodus.

Julia Domna was the second wife of Septimius Severus. Their relationship was extremely successful and happy. From their union two brothers were born: Caracalla and Geta, who hated each other. During the siblings’ co-rule, Caracalla killed Geta in front of his mother.

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Septimius Severus Caracalla Geta Battle of Ilipa Civil war after death of Commodus