The Romans in Brittania Flashcards
1
Q
When did the Roman conquest of Britain begin?
A
47CE
2
Q
When did the Roman empire convert to Christianity?
A
380CE
3
Q
Who was the Roman emperor who demanded a wall be built between England and Caledonia, and what was this wall called?
A
Emperor Hadrian, Hadrian’s wall.
4
Q
When did the Romans leave Britain and why did they leave?
A
The Romans left in 410CE as they were unable to defend against the barbarian attacks. As the Roman habit of writing left Britain with these soldiers, the next period is known as the ‘Dark Ages’ as historians have found it harder to find sources.
