1. Roman Britain Sienna Reuter Nick Quarton

2. Previous Roman Invasions Julius Caesar twice invaded Britain – 55 BC – 54 BC Both attempts were abandoned

3. Reasons for Invading Britain Political timing – Claudius was a new emperor – Britain was transitioning between leaders Natural resources and trade

4. Emperor Claudius’ Invasion of Britain Began in 43 AD Happened gradually Began with over 42,000 soldiers

5. Landing in Britain Commanded by Aulus Plautius Set sail from Boulogne Landed in Richborough

6. 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

7. Conquest of Britain

8. 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

10. 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

11. Hadrian’s Wall 73 miles (117 kilometers) long Prevented northern attacks Built in 6 years

12. Hadrian’s Wall

13. Administration Involved defeated leaders in decisions Did not force many changes

14. Towns Necessary for sophisticated civilization Built on low ground Grid layout for streets

15. Public Baths Every town Attended daily Served as – health club – healing spa – meeting place

16. Public Entertainment Theaters – plays – religious gatherings Amphitheatres – gladiator combat – executions

17. Roads 6000 miles (9600 kilometers) Layered and raised

18. Villas Agricultural homes Housed – landowner – family – overseers – laborers

19. Reasons for Leaving Occupied Britain for 326 years Increase in barbarian attacks Troops were needed elsewhere Economic issues

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