Description: (Roman Emperor in 270 CE Who Died a Few Weeks After Being Proclaimed Emperor)
Following the death of his brother, Emperor Claudius Gothicus, Marcus Aurelius Claudius Quintillus briefly served as a Roman emperor. His claim to the throne was contested by Aurelian, supported by the legions. Quintillus' reign was short-lived, lasting only a few weeks before his death under unclear circumstances. Sources propose he may have been murdered by his own soldiers, killed in battle against Aurelian, or taken his own life. Despite his brief tenure, Quintillus' time as emperor was marked by political turmoil and military conflict.