# Valerian Captured (260)

URL: https://roman-history.com/timeline/260-valerian-captured
Location: Edessa
Categories: main-event

Shapur I captured Valerian after the battle of Edessa while breakaway states formed in east and west.

## Why it matters
Imperial authority reached one of its lowest points.

Ruler at the time: [Gallienus](https://roman-history.com/rulers/gallienus)