33 BC facts for kids

The year 33 BC was a time long ago, before the year 0. It was part of the Julian calendar, which was used in ancient Rome. People back then sometimes called it the 'Year of the Consulship of Octavian and Tullus'. This means that Octavian and Tullus were important leaders, like presidents, during that year.

Key Events in 33 BC

Roman Empire Happenings

• A powerful Roman general named Mark Antony took over the kingdom of Media. This area is in what we now call Iran. Taking over new lands helped Rome grow even bigger.
• The Kinambroi people, who lived in a region of Gaul (modern-day France), gave up their fight against Octavian. Octavian was another very important Roman leader. This surrender helped Rome control more territory.

Changes in China

• In China, a new leader took the throne. Crown Prince Ao became the new emperor. He is now known as Emperor Cheng of Han. This was a big moment for the Han Dynasty in ancient China.

Important People Who Died in 33 BC

• Tiberius Nero passed away. He was the father of Tiberius, who would later become a famous Roman emperor. Tiberius Nero was born around 85 BC.
• Emperor Yuan of Han also died in 33 BC. He was the emperor of China before Emperor Cheng. Emperor Yuan was born in 75 BC.

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