Western Civ Key Terms Q2 #6 – Nero: The Principate Endures – Flashcards
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Judio-Claudian Dynasty
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Dynasty following Augustus, which included Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius, and Nero.
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Agropina
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Wife of Claudius and mother of Nero. Killed by Nero after supervising him too much.
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Britanicus
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First son of Claudius before Nero.
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Octavia
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Daughter of Claudius who was put to death by Nero.
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Borus
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Leader of the praetorian guards.
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Senica
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Nero's teacher.
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Revolt of Boudicea
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English Queen revolts against Romans. Rome almost loses control of Britain, but it fails.
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The Fire of Rome
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Nero blamed this on the Christians, even though there were rumors that he did it.
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First Persecution of Christians
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Hundreds of Christians are killed, after being blamed for the fire of Rome by Nero.
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St. Peter & St. Paul
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Two of the most famous Christians killed during the first persecution of the Christians.
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Golden House
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One of the most famous places Nero built after rebuilding the city.
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Conspiracy of Piso
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Equestrians and other politicians attempt to conspire against Nero. Nero has them all executed.
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Jewish Revolt
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One of the famous revolts from 66-70 A.D. around the time that Nero went on an acting tour of Greece.
