173 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 1st century – 2nd century – 3rd century |
| Decades: | 140s 150s 160s – 170s – 180s 190s 200s |
| Years: | 170 171 172 – 173 – 174 175 176 |
The year 173 AD was a common year that started on a Thursday. It was a time when the powerful Roman Empire was active, and important events happened.
What Happened in 173 AD?
Important People in Rome
In 173 AD, two important Roman leaders, Gnaeus Claudius Severus and Tiberius Claudius Pompeianus, became Consuls. Consuls were like top government officials who helped rule the Roman Empire.
Roman Empire's Challenges
On June 11, the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius led his army into battle. He fought against a group of people called the Quadi. This battle was part of a larger conflict to protect the Roman borders.
Also, Avidius Cassius, who was the governor of Syria, had to deal with some shepherds. These shepherds were sometimes called the "boukoloi". He helped to bring order back to the region.
New Faces Born in 173 AD
- Maximinus Thrax: He would later become a Roman emperor.
- Mi Heng
- Sun Ben: He was the nephew of a famous general named Sun Jian.
- Yuan Tan: He was the oldest son of a powerful warlord named Yuan Shao.
People Who Passed Away in 173 AD
There are no specific notable deaths recorded for this year.
