14 BC facts for kids
The year 14 BC was a time long ago, before the modern calendar we use today. It was part of the Julian calendar, which was used by the ancient Romans.
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Important Events
Founding of Augsburg
The city of Augsburg was founded in 14 BC. This important city was started by the powerful Roman Emperor Caesar Augustus. He was a very famous leader of the Roman Empire.
Beirut Becomes a Roman Colony
The city of Beeroth, which is now known as Beirut, became a colonia in 14 BC. A colonia was like a special Roman town. It was often a place where Roman soldiers who had finished their service could live.
People Born This Year
- Agrippina the Elder: She was the daughter of Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa and Julia the Elder. She lived until AD 33.
- Claudia Pulchra: She was the daughter of Aemilius Lepidus Paullus and Claudia Marcella. She lived until AD 26.
- Ma Yuan: He was a brave general from China, who served the Han Dynasty. He lived until AD 49.
See also
- In Spanish: 14 a. C. para niños
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