Resistance beyond the Severn
Caractacus's resistance continues beyond the Severn as Roman bases and settlements expand westward.
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Literary Reputation
Publius Pomponius acquires a reputation as one of the leading tragic poets of his generation.
Death of Lollia Paulina
Death of Lollia Paulina, suicide
Execution of Lollia Paulina
Forced to commit suicide by Agrippina
Suicide
Forced to commit suicide by Agrippina. Death of Lollia Paulina, suicide
Death of Messallina
Death of Messallina, Claudius's wife
Marriage to Agrippina
Claudius marries his niece Agrippina the Younger after the Senate permits the union.
Recall of Seneca
Claudius recalls Seneca from exile, and Seneca becomes an important tutor to Nero.
Marriage to Claudius
Marries Claudius and advances Nero’s prospects.
Seneca Becomes Tutor
Seneca is recalled from exile and becomes one of Nero's principal tutors and advisers.
Camulodunum Veteran Colony
Ostorius establishes a Roman veteran colony at Camulodunum to strengthen control of southeastern Britain.
Legion XX Redeployed
Ostorius redeploys Roman forces westward as Camulodunum changes from a legionary base into a veteran colony.
Reballion of Rebels in Colchester
Founds Colchester, the 1st city in Britain
Brigantian Disturbance
A disturbance among the Brigantes forces Ostorius to interrupt his western operations and redirect troops northward.
Brigantian Revolt Suppressed
Ostorius suppresses Brigantian unrest and restores the alliance with Queen Cartimandua's faction.
Deceangli Campaign
Ostorius attacks the Deceangli of north Wales and advances toward the western coast.
Western Frontier Consolidation
Ostorius strengthens Roman positions toward the Severn and Welsh frontier while preparing further campaigns against resisting tribes.