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78 in Roman Empire

Explore 5 historical events and records for Roman Empire in 78.

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Historical records for Roman Empire in 78

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Governor

Agricola, Gnaeus Julius · Governor of Britain · Government / Government of Roman Empire

Appointed Governor of Britain

Invasion of Great Britain

Agricola, Gnaeus Julius · Governor of Britain · Warfare / Roman Empire-Britain War

Agricola begins the campaign to subdue northern Britain

Quaestorship

Trajan, Marcus Ulpius · House / House of 5 Good Emperors

Trajan advances through the senatorial career and probably serves as quaestor around 78.

Rebellion of Ordovices in Britain by nearly exterminating them

Agricola, Gnaeus Julius · Commander of British Legions · Warfare / Roman Empire-Britain War

Subdues a rebellion by the Ordovices in Britain by nearly exterminating them. Curbs many execess of Roman rule in Britain & Britons start adopting Roman habits

Rebellion of Rebels in Anglesey

Agricola, Gnaeus Julius · Anglesey · Commander of British Legions · Warfare / Roman Empire-Britain War

Agricola captures Anglesey

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