Vespasian (9-79 CE) was Roman emperor from 69 to 79 CE. Despite his low birth, he worked hard to rise through the ranks of Roman politics and eventually achieved prominence as a military commander. He came to power at the end of the brief period of upheaval and civil war known as the Year of the Four Emperors, and established the Flavian Dynasty, which ruled the Roman Empire for 27 years. He is best known for crushing the Great Jewish Revolt of 66 CE and for beginning construction of the Colosseum. Vespasian was succeeded by his two sons, first Titus (reign 79-81 CE) and then Domitian (reign 81-96 CE).
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17 Nov 9 CEBirth of Emperor Vespasian.
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43 CEMaiden Castle, a Celtic hilltop fort in southern Britain, is captured by Roman legions.
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66 CEVespasian sent to Judea by Nero.
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68 CEVespasian's son Titus sent to Rome.
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26 Dec 69 CE - 23 Jun 79 CEReign of Roman emperor Vespasian.
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26 Dec 69 CEVespasian enthroned in Rome.
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72 CEVespasian begins construction of the Colosseum in Rome.
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72 CERoman emperor Vespasian annexes the kingdoms of Commagene and Lesser Armenia.
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23 Jun 79 CEDeath of Emperor Vespasian.
