Marcus Annius Florianus, also known as Florian, was briefly Roman emperor in the year 276. He took the throne after the death of his half-brother Tacitus, but was killed after 88 days by his own troops during his confrontation with the rival emperor Probus, who took over the Eastern provinces after Tacitus' death. Born: August 19, 232 Died: September 9, 276 In office: June 276 – September 1, 276 Wiki link