Trajan (/ ˈtreɪ.dʒən / TRAY-jən; born Marcus Ulpius Traianus, 18 September 53 – c. 9 August 117) was a Roman emperor from AD 98 to 117, remembered as the second of the Five Good Emperors of the …

Dec 4, 2025 · Trajan, Roman emperor (98–117 CE) who sought to extend the boundaries of the empire to the east (notably in Dacia, Arabia, Armenia, and Mesopotamia), undertook a vast building …

May 25, 2013 · Trajan, or Marcus Ulpius Traianus, was Roman emperor from 98 to 117 CE. Known as a benevolent ruler, his reign was noted for public projects which benefitted the populace such as …

Trajan is distinguished among the Five Good Emperors, a group known for their capable and just governance during the Roman Empire’s crucial era. Renowned for his military prowess, Trajan was a …

Nov 17, 2023 · In this comprehensive article, we delve into the life, reign, and impact of Trajan, illuminating the various facets that defined his reign as the Roman emperor.

Trajan’s selection as emperor by Nerva set an important precedent for Rome’s rulers. A military commander with Spanish roots, Trajan was the first emperor born outside Italy.

Trajan (/ ˈtreɪ.dʒən / TRAY-jən; born Marcus Ulpius Traianus, 18 September 53 – c. 9 August 117) was a Roman emperor from AD 98 to 117, remembered as the second of the Five Good Emperors of the …

Trajan expanded the Roman Empire to its greatest extent, celebrating his victories with this monumental column.

Trajan (Marcus Ulpius Nerva Traianus, 18 September 53 – 9 August 117) was Roman Emperor from 98 to 117. Born in the province of Hispania Baetica into an Italic family, Trajan rose to prominence …

Jul 5, 2020 · Emperor Trajan, renowned for his military conquests and civic projects, expanded Rome’s empire to its furthest reaches and improved citizens’ lives. Born in the provinces, his reign …