Who was Vespasian?
Q: Who was Vespasian?
A: Vespasian (Titus Flavius Vespasianus, 17 November 9 AD – 23 June 79) was a Roman Emperor from 69 AD to 79. He founded the Flavian dynasty which ruled the empire for 27 years.
Q: What military campaigns did Vespasian take part in?
A: Vespasian took part in the Roman invasion of Britain in 43 AD and the Jewish rebellion of 66 AD.
Q: How did Nero's suicide lead to Vespasian becoming emperor?
A: After Nero committed suicide, plunging the empire into a year of civil war known as the Year of the Four Emperors, armies in Egypt and Judaea declared Vespasian emperor on July 1. He joined forces with Mucianus, governor of Syria, and Primus, a general in Pannonia, to gain control of imperial power. On 20 December, Vitellius was defeated and on 21 December, Vespasian was declared emperor by the Roman Senate.
Q: What are some accomplishments attributed to his reign?
A: During his reign as emperor from 69-79AD he is known for financial reforms, successful campaign against Judaea and several ambitious construction projects such as the Colosseum.
Q: When did he become consul?
A: Although he held the consulship in 51 AD.
Q: Who succeeded him upon his death?
A: Upon his death in 79AD he was succeeded by his eldest son Titus.
