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Nerva (/ ˈ n ɜːr v ə /; born Marcus Cocceius Nerva; 8 November 30 – 27 January 98) was a Roman emperor from 96 to 98. Nerva became emperor when aged almost 66, after a lifetime of imperial service under Nero and the succeeding rulers of the Flavian dynasty.
Marcus Cocceius Nerva was born on November 8, 30 CE, in Narni, Italy. He was named after his father Marcus Cocceius Nerva , who was a royal cosul. His mother’s name was Sergia Plautilla. He also had a sister named Coccesia. His family was quite wealthy and well-connected in the royal circles.
Apr 17, 2013 · Marcus Cocceius Nerva was Roman emperor from 96 to 98 CE, and his reign brought stability after the turbulent successions of his predecessors. In addition, Nerva helped establish the foundations for a new golden era for Rome which his chosen successor Trajan would bring to full fruition.
- Donald L. Wasson
May 15, 2019 · Marcus Cocceius Nerva (November 8, 30 CE–January 27, 98 CE) ruled Rome as emperor from 96–98 CE following the assassination of the much-hated Emperor Domitian. Nerva was the first of the "five good emperors" and was the first to adopt an heir who wasn't part of his biological family.
Nerva (born c. 30 ce —died end of January 98) was a Roman emperor from Sept. 18, 96, to January 98, the first of a succession of rulers traditionally known as the Five Good Emperors.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Early Life. Nerva was born in the village of Narni, located nearby Rome. He was the son of Marcus Cocceius Nerva, Suffect Consul during the rule of Caligula, and Sergia Plautilla. He had at least one attested sister, Cocceia, and belonged to the Italian nobility.
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Emperor Nerva. Marcus Cocceius Nerva was born on 8 November 30, at Narnia, 50 miles north of Rome. He was an Emperor between AD 96 - 98.