Domitian

Upon Titus's sudden death, Domitian became emperor, the third of the Flavian dynasty. He was the first emperor to take the title 'Dominus et Deus' (Lord and God), emphasizing autocratic rule.

Domitian led a campaign against the Chatti tribe in Germania, extending the Roman frontier. He built the Limes Germanicus, a system of forts and walls, to secure the border.

Domitian expelled philosophers from Rome and persecuted Christians and Jews for refusing to worship the emperor. He executed several senators and confiscated their property, increasing fear.

Domitian built a vast palace on the Palatine Hill, the Domus Augustana, with grand reception halls and gardens. The palace symbolized imperial power and was used by later emperors.

Domitian was assassinated in a palace conspiracy involving his wife Domitia and Praetorian officials. His death ended the Flavian dynasty and led to the accession of Nerva, the first of the Five Good Emperors.