Roman Syria

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. What is the location?Eastern Mediterranean, a key province of the Roman Republic and Empire
2. What is the date of annexation?64 BC by Pompey
3. What happened when Pompey took over Syria?In 64 BC, Pompey annexed Syria, bringing it into the Roman Empire. This made it a safe border and a key trade hub for Rome.
4. Why was Syria important to the Romans?Syria protected Rome from threats like Armenia and supplied grain for the empire. It also sat on trade routes that linked the Mediterranean to Persia, India, and beyond.

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