What are the dates of the Roman Empire?

The Roman Empire began in 27 BCE and, in the West, ended in 476 CE; in the East, it ended in 1453 CE.

Who was the first emperor of Rome?

Augustus Caesar was the first emperor of Rome, reigning 27 BCE-14 CE.

Who were the Five Good Emperors of Rome?

The Five Good Emperors of Rome were: Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, Antoninus Pius, and Marcus Aurelius who reigned between 96-180 CE.

Why did the Roman Empire fall?

The Roman Empire in the West declined and fell in 476 CE for many reasons including: political instability, religious/cultural instability, government corruption, over-reliance on slave labor, mercenary armies, unemployment and inflation, and invasions by barbarian tribes. In the East, the empire fell to the Ottoman Turks in 1453 CE.

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James' main area of research is ancient Greek music, but he has general interests in mythology, religion, and art & archaeology. A self-confessed philhellene, James keeps at least one eye on the Roman pie.

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