Roman Britain Sienna Reuter Nick Quarton
Previous Roman Invasions Julius Caesar twice invaded Britain – 55 BC – 54 BC Both attempts were abandoned
Reasons for Invading Britain Political timing – Claudius was a new emperor – Britain was transitioning between leaders Natural resources and trade
Emperor Claudius’ Invasion of Britain Began in 43 AD Happened gradually Began with over 42,000 soldiers
Landing in Britain Commanded by Aulus Plautius Set sail from Boulogne Landed in Richborough
Conquest of Britain Established a supply point in Richborough Appointed Aulus Plautius as governor – ruled for 4 years (until 47 AD) Expanded north Conquered Britain with relative ease
Conquest of Britain
Established a supply point in Richborough Appointed Aulus Plautius as governor – ruled for 4 years (until 47 AD) Expanded north Conquered Britain with relative ease
Conquest of Britain Established a supply point in Richborough Appointed Aulus Plautius as governor – ruled for 4 years (until 47 AD) Expanded north Conquered Britain with relative ease
Hadrian’s Wall 73 miles (117 kilometers) long Prevented northern attacks Built in 6 years
Hadrian’s Wall
Administration Involved defeated leaders in decisions Did not force many changes
Towns Necessary for sophisticated civilization Built on low ground Grid layout for streets
Public Baths Every town Attended daily Served as – health club – healing spa – meeting place
Public Entertainment Theaters – plays – religious gatherings Amphitheatres – gladiator combat – executions
Roads 6000 miles (9600 kilometers) Layered and raised
Villas Agricultural homes Housed – landowner – family – overseers – laborers
Reasons for Leaving Occupied Britain for 326 years Increase in barbarian attacks Troops were needed elsewhere Economic issues
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