Identify the correct sentence.
A.
Civilization on the Italian peninsula began growing as early as the eighth century​ BCE, and the Roman Empire reached its territorial peak under Emperor​ Trajan, who died in 117 CE.
B.
Civilization on the Italian peninsula began growing as early as the eighth century​ BCE, and the Roman Empire reached its territorial peak under Emperor​ Trajan, who died in CE 117.
C.
Civilization on the Italian peninsula began growing as early as the Eighth Century​ BC, and the Roman Empire reached its territorial peak under Emperor​ Trajan, who died in CE 117.
D.
Civilization on the Italian peninsula began growing as early as the 8th century​ BCE, and the Roman Empire reached its territorial peak under Emperor​ Trajan, who died in CE 117.