Five Emperors

The Five Emperors refer to a period in Roman history from 96 to 180 AD, marked by five successive rulers: Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, Antoninus Pius, and Marcus Aurelius. This era is known for relatively stable and prosperous rule, often called the "Five Good Emperors." They emphasized good governance, military strength, and public works, fostering a time of cultural growth and relative peace within the empire. Their leadership set a standard of effective, benevolent rule that contributed to the Roman Empire's stability during this period.