RKG 22-23 ANC 9 3-01-23

vii. Commodus
c. Transition
i. Civil War
(Pertinax, Didus Julianus, Pescennius Niger, Clodius Albinus, Septimus Severus)

ii. Severan Dynasty (The Severi)
-. Septimus Severus
--. Heliogabalus
---. Caracalla
----. Alexander Severus
3. Geography
a. The city of Rome is merely first among many grand centers of culture.
b. Borders are stabilized, rationalized, and defended.
c. Many Roman colony cities are built and mature.
4. Military Grand Strategy
a. Forward Defense
b. Professional Soldiers
5. Economics
a. Stable Currency
b. Widespread peace & civilian lifestyle are considered "normal".
c. Long-distance and Empire-wide trade becomes the norm (even India/China tr.).
d. Roman versions of "Suburbs" are born, and become widespread.