71

This article is about the year 71. For other uses of 71, see 71 (number).

Centuries: 1st century BC – 1st century – 2nd century

Decades: 20s 30s 40s 50s 60s – 70s – 80s 90s 100s 110s 120s

Years: 66 67 68 69 70 – 71 – 72 73 74 75 76

Events

• The Romans establish a fortress at York (Eboracum), as a base for their northern forces. Initially established solely for the 9th legion, expansion later included public housing, baths and temples.
• Potillius Cerealis, governor of Britain, puts down a revolt by the Brigantes.
• Vespasian and Nerva are Roman Consuls.
• Mithraism begins to spread throughout the Roman Empire.

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