Roman Empire

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“”Divide and conquer.

— Julius Caesar

The Roman Empire was a very large empire in Europe. He existed from 27 BC to 395 AD. The Roman Empire is usually considered the most important and best empire of all time. At his height, Roman Empire controlled vast territories spanning three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa. Very impressive for an empire this old. The Empire's influence extended from the British Isles in the northwest to the deserts of the Middle East, and from the Rhine and rivers in the north to the shores of North Africa.

The Roman Empire is renowned for his remarkable achievements in various fields, including engineering, architecture, law, and governance. Roman engineers built an extensive network of roads, aqueducts, and monumental structures like the Colosseum and the Pantheon, many of which still stand today. The Roman legal system laid the foundation for many modern legal codes, and the concept of Roman citizenship became a unifying element for the diverse peoples within the Empire.

History

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Julio-Claudian Dynasty

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The Julio-Claudian Dynasty was the first dynasty of the Roman Empire. It composed of the first five emperors. The Julio-Claudians started the destruction of republican values, but on the other hand, they boosted Rome's status as the central power in the world. While Caligula and Nero are usually remembered as dysfunctional emperors in popular culture, Augustus and Claudius are remembered as emperors who were successful in politics and the military. This dynasty instituted imperial tradition in Rome and frustrated any attempt to reestablish a Republic.

Augustus became the first Roman emperor in 27 BC. he created the Praetorian Guard and annexed Galatia. He also returned the lost standards (flags) that were lost from a battle, which was seen as very honorable. In 6 AD, a big revolt happened in the province of Pannonia. In AD 9, the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest resulted in a major defeat for Rome by the Germanics.

Tiberius reigned second, between 14 AD and 37 AD. At first, he continued the ruling style of Augustus but later his paranoia increased and he heavily relied on Praetorian Guards.

Caligula reigned third, he was cruel and tyrannical. He declared himself as god and spending lots of money on building giant projects and making irrational decisions. He was assassinated by a Praetorian Guard, making his uncle Claudius the emperor.

Claudius’ Reign

Template:Moving Claudius reigned as Roman Emperor from 41 AD to 54 AD, ascending to power after the assassination of Caligula. Despite initial skepticism due to his perceived weaknesses, Claudius proved to be an effective ruler. He expanded the Roman Empire significantly, most notably through the conquest of Britain in 43 AD. His administration focused on public works, including the construction of aqueducts, roads, and canals. Claudius also reformed the judicial system and extended Roman citizenship to several provinces. His reign was marked by both successes and challenges, including court intrigues and plots against his life, culminating in his death, widely believed to have been orchestrated by his wife Agrippina the Younger to ensure her son Nero's succession.

Nero’s Reign

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Nero was an abomination of hell. He reigned as Roman Emperor from 54 AD to 68 AD, ascending to power at the age of 17 after the death of his adoptive father, Claudius, allegedly orchestrated by Nero’s mother, Agrippina the Younger. His early reign was marked by competent administration and guidance from his advisors, including Seneca and Burrus. However, Nero soon became infamous for his extravagant, tyrannical, and increasingly erratic behavior. Notable events during his reign include the Great Fire of Rome in 64 AD, which he controversially blamed on Christians, leading to severe persecutions. His reign saw excessive spending on personal luxuries, grand architectural projects like the Domus Aurea, and cultural patronage, especially in the arts and theater. His later years were marked by political purges, including the murders of his mother Agrippina, his first wife Octavia, and his advisor Seneca. Growing discontent and a series of revolts, including the revolt of Vindex and the eventual declaration of Galba as emperor, culminated in Nero's forced suicide in 68 AD, ending the Julio-Claudian dynasty and plunging Rome into a year of civil war known as the Year of the Four Emperors.

Relations

Friends

• Han Dynasty - Hey! Thanks for your silks to me and thus trade with me! Best trading partner! And some of my soldiers lived in yuor clay! Although he let Xiongnu come!! I invent real noodle!! And one day I will conquer yuo

Enemies

• Germanic Barbaricum - Filthy, barbaricum immigrants. How dare tu defeat me!