BattlefieldsCarausian Revolt — Britain Becomes Separate Empire 286 AD
Roman Period

Carausian Revolt — Britain Becomes Separate Empire 286 AD

286
Hampshire, England
Also known as: Carausius declares emperor · British breakaway empire 286 AD
Era
Roman Period
Battle Type
Naval Engagement
Location
Hampshire, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Maximian (Roman central authority)
Forces
c. 5,000-10,000 Maximian's invasion fleet.
VS
Victor
Carausius
Forces
c. 3,000-6,000 Carausian fleet
Outcome
Carausius proclaimed emperor in Britain and northern Gaul; fleet controlled the Channel; Maximian fleet defeated 289 AD
The Battle

History & Significance

The Carausian revolt created a separate British empire that lasted seven years, demonstrating how completely Britain could be defended and administered independently of Rome.

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