AD 3 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 1st millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 1st century BC – 1st century – 2nd century |
| Decades: | 20s BC 10s BC 0s BC – 0s – 10s 20s 30s |
| Years: | 1 BC 1 AD 2 AD – 3 AD – 4 AD 5 AD 6 AD |
AD 3 (also known as 3 AD) was a year that started on a Monday or Tuesday in the Julian calendar. This calendar system was used by the Roman Empire.
In the Roman Empire, this year was officially known as the Year of the Consulship of Lamia and Servilius. A consul was like a top leader or president in ancient Rome, and two consuls were chosen each year. Sometimes, people also referred to it as year 756 Ab urbe condita, which means "from the founding of the city" (referring to Rome).
The name "AD 3" became common much later, during the Middle Ages. "AD" stands for "Anno Domini," which is Latin for "in the year of the Lord." This way of naming years became the main method in Europe.
Interestingly, AD 3 was also the only prime-numbered year that was a Year of the Pig in the Chinese zodiac!
What Happened in AD 3?
Roman Empire Events
- The powerful Roman Emperor Augustus had his rule extended for another ten years. This meant he would continue to lead the Roman Empire for a long time.
China Events
- In China, a man named Wang Mang was a very important official, like a regent (someone who rules for a young emperor). His own son, Wang Yu, along with his brother-in-law, Lu Kuan, and the Wei family, tried to remove him from power.
- Wang Mang discovered their plan and stopped it. After this, Wang Yu and Lu Kuan were killed. This event showed how serious political struggles could be, even within families.
People Born in AD 3
- Ban Biao: A Chinese historian and official. He later wrote important historical records.
- Geng Yan: A Chinese general who became famous during the Han dynasty.
- Tiberius Claudius Balbilus: A Roman politician and also an astrologer, someone who studied the stars.
People Who Died in AD 3
- Bao Xuan: A Chinese politician who served during the Han dynasty.
