Ancient history

Did the Romans go into Wales?

Yes, the Romans went into Wales.

The Roman Empire conquered much of Britain in the first and second centuries AD, and Wales was part of this conquest. The Romans built forts and roads in Wales, and they also mined for gold and other minerals. The Roman occupation of Wales lasted for about 400 years, and it had a significant impact on Welsh culture and history.

Here are some of the key events of Roman rule in Wales:

* AD 47: The Roman army, led by Emperor Claudius, invades Britain.

* AD 78: The Romans defeat the Silures, a Celtic tribe who lived in Wales.

* AD 80: The Romans build a fort at Caerleon, which becomes the capital of Roman Wales.

* AD 120: The Romans build a road from Caerleon to Segontium, a fort in Gwynedd.

* AD 380: The Romans abandon their forts in Wales and withdraw from Britain.