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The first recorded England history came with the conquest of the romans in 43 AD. However, before the conquest, the Roman leader had paid earlier visits to the kingdom in 54 and 55 BC which was aimed for a political propaganda in his home country. The emergence of Emperor Claudius who replaced Caesar, ordered the immediate invasion of Britain. The invasion was headed by commander Aulus Plautius. The invasion led to the assimilation of roman culture in Britain and introduction of different cultures which were practiced in the Roman Kingdom. The Romans first control was Southeastern England. In 70s and 80s, the romans started to extend their rule and command in other major parts of England. The control was extended to the northern and western …show more content…

Roman Roads
Before the coming of the Romans, Britain did not have proper roads, and there were just muddy tracks. Romans established new paths across Britain's landscape which was over 10,000 miles. The shortest distance was through a straight line, and Romans made consecutive roads as many as possible. They established their streets on the chalk, clay and gravel foundations. Roman roads had ditches on every side to help in draining off the rainwater. Other Roman lanes were converted into main roads and motorways which are used in the present day. ii. How Romans Changed Religion
Before the coming of the Romans, indigenous Britons did not believe in God but different spirits and gods. Romans were also pagans but did not share the same belief in gods. Romans allowed Britons to worship their gods, provided they let the Romans worship their gods too. Britons started appreciating Christianity at the beginning of the second century. At the first instance, a few people became Christians. When Christianity began growing popular, it was banned by the Romans. Christians did not agree with worshiping the Roman emperor. Anyone caught embracing the new faith was whipped and even executed in extreme conditions. The start of the 4th century witnessed more people who followed the teaching. Emperor Constantine, in AD 313, made a declaration that Christians had the liberty of worshipping peacefully. At 391, Christianity was regarded as the official religion of the Romans, but the beliefs of the pagans still had popularity in

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