19 facts for kids

The year 19 AD was a specific year in history, part of the 1st century. It followed the Julian calendar, which was used by the Romans. In those days, people often named years after the important leaders called Consuls. So, 19 AD was known as the year when Silanus and Balbus were the Consuls.

Important Events in 19 AD

Roman Empire Happenings

Changes in German Tribes

In 19 AD, a powerful leader named Maroboduus, who was king of a German tribe called the Marcomanni, was removed from his position by another leader named Catualda. This event was very important for the Roman Empire. It meant that the German tribes stopped being a big threat to the Romans for a long time. This peace lasted until the time of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, many years later. After Maroboduus was removed, Rome decided to protect these German tribes.

The Death of Germanicus

A very popular Roman leader named Julius Caesar Germanicus passed away in 19 AD. He was only 33 years old. Germanicus was a top commander of the Roman armies stationed along the Rhine River. He was one of the most loved princes in Rome. Before he died, he believed he had been poisoned. He accused Piso, who was the governor of Syria, of being responsible for his death.

Emperor Tiberius's Decisions

During this year, the Roman Emperor Tiberius made some big decisions. He ordered all Egyptians living in Rome to leave the city. He also sent about 4,000 Jewish people from Sicily to other places.

A Special Arch for Germanicus

To honor the memory of Germanicus, a special structure called a Triumphal Arch was built in a place called Saintes. Triumphal Arches were grand monuments built by the Romans to celebrate important victories or people.

Events in Asia

China's Xin Dynasty

In China, 19 AD was the sixth and final year of an era known as Tianfeng. This was part of the Xin Dynasty, which was a short-lived period in Chinese history.

New King in Saces

A new king named Gondophares took power over the Saces people. The Saces were an ancient group of people who lived in parts of Central and South Asia.

People Born in 19 AD

• Tiberius Gemellus: He was the grandson of Emperor Tiberius.

People Who Died in 19 AD

• October 10 – Germanicus: A famous Roman general.
• Vonones I of Parthia: A former king of Parthia, an ancient empire in what is now Iran.

See also

In Spanish: 19 (desambiguación) para niños