The Roman Surrender of Nisibis to the Persians (363)

363 CE · Nusaybin · political

After Julian's death the new emperor Jovian signed a harsh peace with the Sasanians; five important frontier cities, foremost among them Nisibis, were ceded to Persia.

It was one of the most humiliating territorial agreements in Roman history.

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What was The Roman Surrender of Nisibis to the Persians (363)?
After Julian's death the new emperor Jovian signed a harsh peace with the Sasanians; five important frontier cities, foremost among them Nisibis, were ceded to Persia.
When did The Roman Surrender of Nisibis to the Persians (363) happen?
363 CE
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