Empires

The Roman Empire in the First Century

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Within the long history of civilization are great eras of struggle, triumph, and loss. These periods are reflective of the best and worst of humanity: explosive creativity, ultimate depravity, the use and abuse of power, and war.

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The Roman Empire in the First Century - Order From Chaos
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The Roman Empire in the First Century - Order From ChaosThe most remarkable person in Rome in the first century AD was the Emperor Augustus. Augustus ruled as Emperor for over 40 years, surviving plots, rebellions and mutinies. When he died, he was declared to be a god. His rule created the image of Imperial Rome that lasts to this day. He was the Emperor by which his heirs would be judged.
The Roman Empire in the First Century - Years of Trial
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The Roman Empire in the First Century - Years of TrialIn 14 AD, Augustus died and the empire stood at a crossroads. Would Rome continue on course or return to chaos? It all depended on his successor the Emperor Tiberius.
The Roman Empire in the First Century - Winds of Change
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The Roman Empire in the First Century - Winds of ChangeClaudius was Rome’s unlikely emperor. Despite his much-ridiculed appearance, he had become a good ruler, passing visionary laws and conquering Britain.
The Roman Empire in the First Century - Years of Eruption
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The Roman Empire in the First Century - Years of EruptionNero’s death in 68 AD ended the Augustan dynasty and left Rome without a ruler. The empire descended into civil war as generals fought each other for the throne.