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Origins of Rome

Origins of Rome. Rise of the Republic. History/Folklore. Romulus and Remus (twin-sons of Mars) were raised by a she-wolf Romulus kills Remus Rome is named after Romulus (about 753 BC). Location. Founded on the Tiber River Seven Hills Separate groups united by Rome Marshes are drained

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Origins of Rome

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  1. Origins of Rome Rise of the Republic

  2. History/Folklore • Romulus and Remus (twin-sons of Mars) were raised by a she-wolf • Romulus kills Remus • Rome is named after Romulus (about 753 BC)

  3. Location • Founded on the Tiber River • Seven Hills • Separate groups united by Rome • Marshes are drained • Defensible areas • Made into districts

  4. REPUBLIC • Etruscans were assimilated into Roman culture, Rome accepted Etruscan kings • 509 BCE – Tarquin the Proud is assassinated, no more kings! • Senate (SPQR) will represent the people

  5. Social Classes Patricians • Wealthy, landed • Senators • Consuls • Inherited title/estates Plebeians • Artisans, merchants • No Senate until later • Elected Tribunes to make changes for them • 12 Tables (in Forum)

  6. The Punic Wars: Rome vs Carthage 3 Wars Fought -Rome wins all three -3rd war: City of Carthage destroyed & no longer a threat Result of the Wars: Dominant over western Mediterranean

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