The Empire
Hadrian
He built a famous wall across northern Britain.
Years. AD 76 to AD 138
We are not sure. A few sources squabble about his birthplace. Rome is the usual answer.
Three short facts
- 1He traveled the empire more than most emperors.
- 2He chose strong borders instead of endless new wars.
- 3The Pantheon we see today belongs to his time.
The story
Hadrian loved Greek culture, architecture, and inspecting far provinces.
He pulled back from some of Trajan’s new lands.
In Britain he ordered a wall from coast to coast.
He wanted a clear edge.