Hadrian (/ ˈ h eɪ d r i ən / HAY-dree-ən; Latin: Publius Aelius Hadrianus [hadriˈjaːnus]; 24 January 76 – 10 July 138) was Roman emperor from 117 to 138. Hadrian was born in Italica, close to modern Seville in Spain, an Italic settlement in Hispania Baetica; his branch of the Aelia gens, the Aeli Hadriani, came from the town of Hadria in

Feb 20, 2025 · Hadrian, Roman emperor (117–138 CE), the emperor Trajan’s cousin and successor, who was a cultivated admirer of Greek civilization and who unified and consolidated Rome’s vast empire. He was the third of the so-called Five Good Emperors.

May 18, 2021 · Hadrian (l. 78-138 CE) was emperor of Rome (r. 117-138 CE) and is recognized as the third of the Five Good Emperors (Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, Antoninus Pius, and Marcus Aurelius) who ruled justly. His reign marked the height of the Roman Empire, usually given as c. 117 CE, and provided a firm foundation for his successor.

Jul 7, 2020 · Hadrian, Emperor of Rome from AD 117 to 138, was a transformative leader known for architectural marvels like Hadrian’s Wall in Britain and significant legal reforms. Distinguished by his consolidation efforts, Hadrian prioritized the empire’s stability over expansion, embracing Greek culture and philosophy.

Hadrian or Publius Aelius Hadrianus Augustus was a Roman emperor from 117 AD to 138 AD. He was from a Hispano-Roman family. Moreover, he is the third of the Five Good Emperors: Hadrian became famous for his building projects on the territory of the Roman Empire, especially Hadrian’s Wall in Britain.

Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus, [1] 24 January 76 – 10 July 138) was Roman Emperor from 117 to 138. He is well known for building Hadrian's Wall, which marked the northern limit of Roman territory in Britain. In Rome, he built the Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo (originally Hadrian's Tomb) and the Temple of Venus and Roma. [2]

Jul 22, 2019 · Hadrian (January 24, 76–July 10, 138) was a Roman emperor for 21 years who unified and consolidated Rome’s vast empire, unlike his predecessor, who focused on expansion.

Apr 3, 2023 · Unlike the expansionist policies of his predecessor Trajan, Caesar Traianus Hadrianus – known to us today simply as Hadrian – preferred to concentrate on unification and consolidation of the empire. Read on to discover the life and times of Hadrian – emperor, builder, consolidator, Imperator.

Jun 6, 2023 · Emperor Hadrian (76-138 AD) was a Roman emperor known for his military expertise, cultural patronage, and architectural achievements. He ruled from 117 to 138 AD and focused on consolidating and protecting the vast Roman Empire.

Jul 19, 2024 · Hadrian, born Publius Aelius Hadrianus on January 24, 76 AD, emerged as one of the most influential Roman emperors. His reign, which spanned from 117 AD to 138 AD, marked a period of relative peace and architectural achievement within the Roman Empire.