2. Romanisation Flashcards
(15 cards)
What was Britain’s political situation before the Roman invasion?
: It had no unified political or cultural identity, with many independent tribes ruled by powerful kings and queens.
Who led the successful Roman invasion in AD 43?
: Aulus Plautius, under the orders of Emperor Claudius.
Who led the rebellion against the Romans in AD 60?
: Queen Boudicca of the Iceni tribe.
What was the outcome of the Battle of Watling Street?
The Romans, though outnumbered, won due to superior military discipline
.. What evidence shows the Romanisation of language in Britain?
Latin inscriptions, mostly from the military and official class.
What were some of the main imports to Roman Britain?
Coin, pottery, olive oil, wine, olives, salted fish, and glass.
What did Britain export during the Roman period?
: Metals (silver, gold, lead, iron, copper), salt, and agricultural products.
. What was the role of the Roman Governor in Britain?
Mainly military, but also diplomatic, judicial, and administrative (roads, courier system, civitates
What urban concept did the Romans introduce to Britain?
The idea of towns as centers of power and administration.
When was Christianity introduced to Britain?
Around AD 200.
: Was Latin widely used by native Britons?
No, it was mainly used by the military and official class.
When did Constantine convert to Christianity?
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In AD 312.
What administrative change happened in Britain during the 4th century?
It was reorganised into a diocese with four provinces.
What was the “barbarian conspiracy”?
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A major invasion in AD 367 that brought insecurity and decline.
What marked the final end of Roman rule in Britain?
In AD 410, the Roman administration and troops withdrew, leaving Britain to govern itself.
