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100
the rule of the five good emperors begins
pax romana was a roman peace period. it lasted for around 100 years. this happened because of the 5 good emperors. cities helped spread culture, law, and language. the result is called greco-roman civilization -
200
height of roman empire
early empire was a period of much prosperity. luxury items were everywhere for the upper class. farming remained chief occupation. gulf seperarted rich and poor. -
200
height of roman empire part 2
rome boasted public buildings unequaled anywhere in the empired. although center of great empire, had serious problems. entertainment was provided on a grand scale. there were festivals included horse/chariot races and gladiatorial shows. -
476
romulus augustulus was deposed by germanic head of the army
traditional roman values as other races gained prominence. lead posioning caused mental health to decline. plague wiped out 1/10 of the population. no new technology because of slavery. no workable political system.the germanic invasions over 200-500 ad caused the fall of the roman empire.
