270 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 2nd century – 3rd century – 4th century |
| Decades: | 240s 250s 260s – 270s – 280s 290s 300s |
| Years: | 267 268 269 – 270 – 271 272 273 |
The year 270 was an important time in history. It was a common year that began on a Saturday in the Julian calendar. Many big changes happened, especially in the Roman Empire. New emperors came to power, and there were challenges like wars and money problems.
Major Events of 270
Changes in the Roman Empire
New Emperors Take Charge
In 270, the Roman Empire saw a lot of changes in its leadership. The powerful Emperor Claudius II Gothicus passed away. His brother, Quintillus, became emperor for a very short time.
Soon after, Lucius Domitius Aurelianus took over as emperor. He was a strong leader who worked hard to protect the Roman Empire.
Protecting Roman Lands
Emperor Aurelian quickly took action. He pushed back the Goths, a group of people who were causing trouble. He made sure they went back across the Danube River. This helped Rome get back some of its land.
Romans Leave Utrecht
Around this time, the Romans decided to leave the city of Utrecht. This area is in what is now the Netherlands. They left because Germanic tribes in the region kept fighting. It was too difficult to control.
Economic Challenges
The Roman Empire also faced a big problem with its money. This was part of a larger period called the Crisis of the Third Century. The empire had many money troubles during these years.
New Inventions and Ideas
Gunpowder is Invented
In China, something amazing was invented in 270: gunpowder! At first, people mostly used it for fun. It was used to make fireworks for celebrations. Over time, gunpowder would change the world in many ways.
Important People Born in 270
- November 20 – Maximinus II, who would later become a Roman emperor.
- Nicholas of Myra, also known as Santa Claus, a kind bishop.
- Rabbah bar Nahmani, a wise teacher from Babylonia.
- Saint Spyridon, a bishop from a place called Trimythous.
Important People Who Died in 270
- St. Valentine, a saint who died around this time.
- Claudius II, the Roman emperor who passed away (born in 213).
- Quintillus, another Roman emperor who ruled for a very short time.
- Plotinus, a famous thinker who started a philosophy called Neo-Platonism (born around 205).
- Jingu of Japan, a possible legendary empress of Japan.
- Luo Xian, a general from the Kingdom of Shu.
- Qiao Zhou, a minister from the Kingdom of Shu (born in 201).
See also
In Spanish: 270 para niños
