13 facts for kids

The year 13 AD was a time long ago, part of the 1st century. It was a regular year, like most years, and it started on a Sunday according to the Julian calendar. Back then, people in the Roman Empire called it the Year of the Consulship of Silius and Plancus. This meant that two important Roman leaders, Silius and Plancus, were in charge that year.

What Happened in the Year 13 AD?

This year saw several important events, especially in the Roman Empire and other parts of the world.

Important Events Around the World

• A King Returns to Power: Abgarus of Edessa was a king in a place called Osroene. In 13 AD, he was put back on his throne as king. This shows how leaders could gain and lose power back then.
• Roman Senate Makes a Rule: The Roman Senate was like a big council that made laws. In 13 AD, they passed a special rule. This rule limited a group called the Vigintisexviri to only members of the Ordo Equester, which was a group of wealthy Roman citizens.
• Tiberius's Big Parade: Tiberius was a very important Roman general and later an emperor. He had a huge celebration in Rome called a "triumphant procession." This parade happened after he led a successful military campaign in Germany. It was a way to show off his victories.
• End of an Era in China: In China, the year 13 AD was the last year of the Shijianguo era. This was a period during the Chinese Xin Dynasty. Dynasties and eras were how time was often marked in ancient China.
• Strabo Shares His Ideas: Strabo was a famous Greek geographer. In 13 AD, he published his ideas about the shape of the Earth. People in ancient times were very curious about the world around them, and Strabo's work helped them understand it better.

Important People Who Died in 13 AD

• Empress Wang Zhengjun: A very important person who died in 13 AD was Empress Wang Zhengjun. She was a powerful and influential empress in China. She was born in 71 BC, which means she lived a long life.

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In Spanish: 13 (desambiguación) para niños