Julius Nepos, Emperor (Western Roman Empire (Julius Nepos)) : All Data

Julius Nepos was the last recognized Emperor of the Western Roman Empire, ruling from 474 to 475. During his brief reign, he faced several significant conflicts, including the ongoing war with the Vandals in North Africa, which had been ongoing since 429. Additionally, in 475, Nepos faced a revolt led by the Roman general Orestes, who installed his own puppet emperor, Romulus Augustus, effectively ending Nepos' rule. Despite his short tenure, Julius Nepos played a crucial role in the final years of the Western Roman Empire, grappling with external threats and internal power struggles that ultimately led to its collapse.