Roman Empire Project

Antoninus Pius

Infographics presentation by Kelly Diehl

Antoninus Pius was known as a just and compassionate ruler. He often helped and donated to his people and soldiers. His reign was often known as the most peaceful in the Roman Empire's history.

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Drawbacks

• His parents were Arria Fadilla and T. Aurelius Fulvus
• He went on to have 4 children
• His son, Annie Galeria Faustina || would go on to be Marcus Aurelius, the next emperor

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#4 of the 5 Good Emperors

• His given last name, Pius, meaning dutiful.

• Known for being a just and compassionate person
• He was well-respected and liked among both civilians and the Roman government
• The empire during his 23 year reign was in relative peace and prosperity
• He was claimed to be the fourth of the five good emperors for these reasons
• He died in 161 AD, after catching a fever from what was believed a meal of Alpine cheese.

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Cited Sources

“Antoninus Pius | Roman Emperor.” Encyclopedia Britannica, www.britannica.com/biography/Antoninus-Pius.Wasson, Donald . “Antoninus Pius.” World History Encyclopedia, 25 June 2013, www.worldhistory.org/Antoninus_Pius/. Pius, Antoninus.“The Life of Antoninus Pius: Order and Tranquillity.” The Life of Antoninus Pius, 16 Apr. 2008, antoninuspius.blogspot.com/2008/04/order-and-tranquillity.html. Accessed 6 Oct. 2023. “Riley Collection: Roman Emperors: Antoninus Pius.” Vroma.org, vroma.org/vromans/riley/antoninus/index.html. Accessed 6 Oct. 2023. “Roman Emperor Timeline.” Www.worldhistory.org, www.worldhistory.org/timeline/Roman_Emperor/. ‌ ‌

Drawbacks during his time

• During his time, the Roman Empire was in overall peace
• The most striking event during his rule was a rebellion in Roman Britain, which was supressed
• Antoninus's armies contained revolts in Mauratania, Germany, Dacia, and Egypt.
• Shortly after Antoninus's death, the empire suffered invasion by hostile tribes and civil strife