Fall Of Civs Flashcards
What was Hadrian’s Wall?
Wall that Roman’s built to protect their newly conquered land in Britain from the barbarians of the northern region (now Scotland) who they failed to overcome and referred to as the picts (painted people) built 122 AD
What is the geographical difference between UK and Great Britain?
United Kingdom encompasses Northern Ireland, wales, England and Scotland. Great Britain refers to the large island including everything except northern Ireland
Who was Claudius?
Became 4th Roman emperor after assassination of Caligula. Conquered Britain. Ruled 41-54 AD
Who was Caligula and what was his nickname?
3rd Roman emperor, ruled 37-41AD. Known as “the mad king” for his erratic behavior and often arbitrary and despotic rule. Assassinated 41AD and succeeded by his uncle Claudius .
What was characteristic of Great Britain’s trade under Roman rule?
Traded precious metals gold, silver, lead iron, and mostly tin for other resources. They ran a trade deficit that was difficult to fund and maintain.
What is the Pax Romana?
Latin for “Roman Peace” was a period of peace and stability that lasted for approximately 200 years in the history of the Roman Empire from 27 BC until around 180 AD.
Who was Commodus?
Roman emperor 180 to 192 AD. Son of Marcus Aurelius. Extravagant gladiator games sometimes participating and claiming to be Hercules reincarnated. Sold high positions in gov’t and erroded Roman prestige. He is remembered as an emperor whose erratic and self-indulgent behavior contributed to the decline of the Roman Empire during this period. Assassination lead to the year of 5 emperors.
Who was Septimius Severus?
Roman emperor who ruled from 193 to 211 AD. Septimius Severus was a capable military leader, and his reign was characterized by a strong focus on the Roman army and the expansion and defense of the empire.
Who was Constantine the great?
Roman emperor who ruled from 306 to 337 AD. He is one of the most significant figures in Roman history due to his role in the transition of the Roman Empire from paganism to Christianity and his establishment of Constantinople as the new capital of the empire.
What happend during the “Winter of 367”
“The Great Barbarian Conspiracy”
Flavious theodosious
Who was Albinus the white Tunisian and what great mistake did he make?
Roman general and politician who served as the governor of Roman Britain from around 195 AD to 197 AD. In 196 AD, Albinus declared himself emperor in opposition to the sitting Roman Emperor, Lucius Septimius Severus. This action led to a protracted civil war known as the Year of the Five Emperors. Great flaw was taking all of the forces of Britain to Rome to challenge Severus leaving Britain weak and defenseless.
How did Madmus Maximous tip the scale of Roman Britain
When did Rome operate as a democracy with a Senate? When and why did it switch to a dictatorship?
The Roman Republic was traditionally considered to have been established in 509 BC when the last Roman king, Lucius Tarquinius Superbus, was overthrown, and the Roman Republic was founded.
When did Julius Cesar attempt to invade Britain?
