Boudica and Prasutagus
I can describe how the Romans allowed Prasutagus and Boudica to rule the east of England.
Boudica and Prasutagus
I can describe how the Romans allowed Prasutagus and Boudica to rule the east of England.
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Key learning points
- Boudica was the wife of an important British king, Prasutagus; they lived with their daughters in the east of England.
- At this time, Britain was ruled over by a group of people called the Romans.
- The Romans had come to Britain and forced the people living there to do what they said.
- The Romans allowed some kings, like Prasutagus, to keep on ruling if they did what they were told.
- When Prasutagus died, Boudica became queen, but the Romans wanted to take control of her lands.
Keywords
Ancient Romans - the Ancient Romans were a group of people from Italy that took over lots of land across Europe, Africa and the Middle East
Tribe - a tribe is a group of people, families, or villages that share the same language, customs, and ancestors
Loyal - to be loyal means to give or show strong support
Government - a government is a group of leaders who make laws and decisions for a country
Common misconception
All Romans allowed Prasutagus and Boudica rule the east of England.
When Prasutagus died, the Roman Emperor Nero did not want to share power and control of the land with Boudica and her daughters.
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a group of people from Italy that took over lots of land across Europe
a group of people that share the same language, customs and ancestors
means to give or show strong support