Ruled as Emperor
- 117bc to 138bc
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Background
- Aelius Afer (Father), Paulina Major (Mother), Paulina Minor (Sister), Antoninus & Aleus (Adoptive sons).
- Born as Publius Aelius Hadrianus in Rome
- Born on January 24, 76
- Wanted to make Athens the cultural capital of the Empire
- Died at Baiae
Achievements
- Rebuilt the Pantheon, constructed the Temple of Venus & Roma, & built Hadrian's Wall
- Used his relationship with Antinous, his favorite Greek, to underline his love for Greek culture & it led to the creation of one of the most popular cults of ancient times
- Continued & expanded the practice of Alimenta - Where citizens were able to borrow state money
Cause of Death
- Possible heart failure
Historical Significance
- Considered as a capable emperor
- Consolidated Roman territory after the expansion of Trajan
- Tightened the discipline on the army & gave the empire firm government
- The only emperor to travel to the provinces of the entire empire
- Evaluated Rome's defense & prosperity and improved it
