anno Domini
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used to refer to a date that is after the birth of Jesus Christ
- The ancient city was founded in 753 BC and later became a significant hub during the Roman Empire, enduring until AD 476.
- The famous mathematician, Euclid, made substantial contributions to geometry in the third century AD.
- The construction of the iconic Colosseum in Rome was completed in AD 80, and it remains a symbol of ancient Roman engineering.
- The fall of Constantinople in AD 1453 marked the end of the Byzantine Empire and the beginning of the Ottoman Empire's dominance in the region.
- The Renaissance, a period of cultural and intellectual flourishing, occurred in Europe from the 14th to the 17th centuries AD, leading to significant advancements in art, science, and philosophy.