Roman rule and the Romans leaving Britain

Study note

The Romans remained in Britain for about 400 years. They built roads and public buildings, created a structure of law and introduced new plants and animals. The first Christian communities began to appear in Britain during the 3rd and 4th centuries AD. The Roman army left Britain in AD 410 to defend other parts of the Empire and never returned.

Memory tip: Romans stayed about 400 years; first Christians 3rd-4th centuries; army left in AD 410.