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The Roman Empire

The Roman Empire. Roman Empire Clash of Romans & Christians. Origins (750-150 BC) Rome developed from small village to Empire Monarchial to Republic Stable Govt. Respected Judicial System Wise Alliances w/ neighbors Mythology Romulus & Remus True Story!.

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The Roman Empire

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  1. The Roman Empire

  2. Roman EmpireClash of Romans & Christians Origins • (750-150 BC) Rome developed from small village to Empire • Monarchial to Republic • Stable Govt. • Respected Judicial System • Wise Alliances w/ neighbors Mythology • Romulus & Remus • True Story!

  3. Romulus became King of the new city, which was called Rome in his honor.

  4. Punic Wars • Long Series of Wars w/ Carthage (Phoenicians) • Rome wins early • Hannibal approaches w/ His Tanks! • Unstoppable Force • Until…

  5. RESULTS • Rome acquired Mediterranean Empire • Became more Militaristic and Bureaucratic • Now had to Govern New Territories • Power switches to hands of small group of men Senate!

  6. Imperial Rome Economy • Lots of Slaves from territory acquisition • Small farmers forced out of business • Choices Join Army Be a Bum Flock to Cities • Overcrowded and unemployment up • Impoverished People in streets • Disgruntled citizens make what?

  7. Imperial Rome Slavery • More slaves than any prior civilization • Rural slaves known as “talking stock” (farm animals = “dumb stock”) • Gladiators • All were slaves • Not treated the same • Could gain freedom

  8. Imperial Rome Social Conditions • The Gap • (between Rich & Poor) • Wealthy had running water, slaves, country villas • Emphasis on leisure • Recreation & Games • Carpe Diem

  9. Imperial Rome Government • Senate • More concerned w/ maintaining authority than solving society’s problems • Sanctions murders of reformers, opponents • Regarded as selfish and power hungry • Were Dictators/Emperors different?

  10. Pax Romana • Augustus • Ushers in Pax Romana (29 BC – 180 AD) • Period of Peace & Prosperity • Maintained appearance of Republican govt. • Republican govt finished!!!

  11. These are you groups if you are confused!

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