Give me 5 - Facts about the Romans in Britain's
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The Romans in Britain left a lasting legacy that is evident even today. Here are five intriguing facts about their presence in Britain:
- The Romans first invaded Britain in 55 BC under Julius Caesar, but it wasn't until AD 43 under Emperor Claudius that Britain was successfully conquered and became part of the Roman Empire.
- One of the most famous Roman structures in Britain is Hadrian's Wall, built from AD 122 under Emperor Hadrian's orders to keep out the Picts and other tribes from the north. It stretched across the width of Northern England and much of it still stands today.
- The Romans introduced new towns and cities to Britain, many of which laid the foundations for modern cities such as London (Londinium), Bath (Aquae Sulis), and York (Eboracum).
- Roman Britain was known for its advanced engineering, which included the construction of roads, aqueducts, and baths. These infrastructural improvements greatly enhanced the connectivity and sanitation of the towns and cities.
- The Romans brought new agricultural techniques, plants, and animals to Britain, significantly altering the landscape and farming practices. They introduced crops like wheat and grapes and farm animals such as chickens and rabbits.
Between the end of the Iron Age and the end of the Roman occupation, Britain underwent significant changes. The Romans introduced a more centralized and urbanized society, with a focus on infrastructure, administration, and commerce. They established a road network that connected towns and cities, which facilitated trade and movement of the Roman military. The introduction of Roman law, language (Latin), currency, and architecture transformed British society, and their influence persisted long after the Romans withdrew from Britain in the early 5th century AD.
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