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Generous In about 86, Trajan’s cousin Aelius Afer died and left behind two orphaned children Hadrian (Future emperor) and Paulina. Trajan and a colleague of his, Publius Acilius Attianus, became co-guardians of the two children. Cautions & Vigilant During Emperor Nerva’s reign,…
Stable and Peaceful Empire Antoninus Pius’ reign is known for no major revolts or military invasion. Though his army successfully invaded southern Scotland and constructed an Antonine Wall for the defense of conquered territory. His reign was the most peaceful in the entire…
Last days of Antoninus Pius Antoninus Pius was born into a senatorial family. He held various offices during the reign of Emperor Hadrian. Later, He married Emperor Hadrian’s niece Faustina. Emperor Hadrian adopted him as his son and successor shortly before his death. After…
Family Background Trajan was born on 18 September 53 AD in the Roman province of Hispania (Spain), in the city of Italica (near Seville). Trajan father was a prominent senator and general. His mother was a Roman noblewoman and sister-in-law of the second Flavian Emperor Titus. His father…
Good and Efficient Governance Emperor Domitian’s biggest accomplishment was that he governed his empire in an honest and righteous manner. He personally issued edicts regarding the smallest details of everyday life and law. He took great interest in enforcement of taxation and…
Most of the historian has very favorable view of Emperor Titus. Titus behavior as an emperor is very exemplary. Loyal After his father Vespasian became roman emperor, he became responsible for crushing Jewish revolt in Judea. Within years he captured Jerusalem and…