‘Romanisation’ of Britain: Town Life
History: KS2 National Curriculum, topic 2.2.8
‘Romanisation’ of Britain: Town Life
Roman towns in Britain
- There was a slow but steady mix of cultures between the Romans and the Britons.
- Many towns were built following the Roman style.
- The towns had roads, a forum, baths, temples, markets, and aqueducts.
Population
- Roman Britain had a population of 3 to 4 million people.
- Around 50,000 of them were soldiers.
- Londinium was the biggest city.
- This city is now London.
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