43

The year 43 (XLIII) was a common year beginning on a Tuesday of the Julian calendar, in force on that date.

In the Roman Empire, it was known as the Year of the Consulate of Caesar and Vitellius (or less frequently, year 796 Ab urbe condita). The designation 43 for this year has been used since the early medieval period, when the Anno Domini became the prevalent European method of naming years.

Events

• Rome: General Aulo Plaucio is sent by Emperor Claudio to conquer Britannia.
• Foundation Londinium (London).
• The Legion IV Macedonica abandons Hispania and marches limes from the Rhine.