Discover Ancient Rome
Understanding people in the past can be fun, learning about ancient Rome is interesting and enjoyable. Some kings like Lucius were not very popular and sometimes cruel to people. They became very powerful and conquered other lands. They had patricians who were rich nobles and owner a lot of land. The plebeians were servants, tradesmen and generally had smaller farms. Enjoy learning and do not forget it is about having fun.
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Timeline of Ancient Rome
Ancient Rome played an essential part in the legacy of world history and the development of Western civilization.
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Early History of Ancient Rome
The early history of ancient Rome is more mythical than real. Historians have argued for centuries
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The Roman Republic
The Roman Republic lasted for almost 500 years from 509 B.C.E. until 46 B.C.E. During this time period, the Roman Republic
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Republic to Empire
In ancient Rome, their republic lasted for 500 years. The ancient Roman Republic succumbed to internal pressure
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The Romans in Britain
Most people only think the ancient Romans controlled the lands of Italy, North Africa, Hispania or Iberia, and other areas
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Ancient Roman Barbarians
The word barbarian is somewhat misleading in historical terms. In ancient Greece barbarians were referred to people
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Early Roman Republic
The early Roman Republic began in 509 B.C.E. when the last king, Tarquin the Proud was expelled from the city.
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First Punic War
The First Punic War between ancient Rome and Carthage was devastating to both sides in terms of money and casualties.
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Second Punic War
The Second Punic War took place between 218 B.C.E. through 201 B.C.E. The war was fought between the ancient Romans
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Third Punic War
The Third Punic War was the last and shortest of the three wars between Carthage and Rome. After the Second Punic War ended
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Roman History
Humans have lived in the area known as Rome for at least the last 6,000 years. The myth of Rome’s beginning tells the tale of its first ruler, Romulus, killing his twin brother, Remus, and naming the city after himself..
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The Fall of Rome
Most of the historians believe that Roman Empire ceased to exist as an entity when Germanic leader Odoacer defeated the last Roam Emperor Romulus Augustus in 476 AD to become the first King of Italy.
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Latin Literature
Like today, many Ancient Romans strived to earn a living by writing. Some would read their work in public, like a musician performing on the street, or like an author promoting a new release in a bookstore today.
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Roman Mythology
Roman mythology is a collection of traditional stories, beliefs and rituals that Romans used to describe the origin of Roman civilization, culture, history and religion.
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Romulus and Remus
Romulus and Remus are the two legendary characters that are associated with the myth regarding establishment of Roman civilization.
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The City of Rome
It was found on the coast of the middle of Italy, but today it is the capital of the country, Italy.
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The City of Pompeii
Pompeii is an Ancient Roman city that was located close to the volcano, Vesuvius, before 79 BC.
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The Colosseum
The Colosseum or Flavian Amphitheater is an amphitheater built during the time of Roman Empire in Rome, Italy.
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Roman Engineering
Nothing about the Romans was small, and that even goes for their engineering projects.
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Roman Numerals
Roman Numerals was a system that was the way that the Roman’s would write different numbers. Instead of using numbers
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Roman Architecture
Like art and other aspects of Ancient Roman culture, early Roman architecture borrowed heavily from Greek architecture. However, the Romans quickly adapted their own styles and were soon.
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Roman Art
Inspired by Greek art, Roman artists often focused on gods and goddesses, in addition to philosophers, politicians, and other well-known individuals. Artists used various methods to display their work.
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Etruscan Art
The Etruscan civilization was instrumental in providing the world beautiful pieces of art work. The art work crafted by the Etruscans
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Augustus Altar of Peace
The ancient Romans were instrumental in building monuments to great victories in battle.
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Arch of Titus
When Roman emperors returned home after a victory in battle, their accomplishments were celebrated by all in ancient Rome
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Trajans Column
Roman Emperors liked to celebrate themselves by building monuments and especially after a decisive victory in battle
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Column of Marcus Aurelius
Ancient civilizations liked to commemorate their victories in battle over an opponent. The ancient Romans were no different.
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Arch of Septimius Severus
The ancient Romans liked to celebrate their victories in battle by building monuments to the victors.
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Arch of Constantine
The ancient Romans liked to celebrate and build monuments after victories in a battle over their opponents during times of war
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Mosaic Floors
Just like their counterparts in ancient Greece, the ancient Romans loved their art. The ancient Romans perfected mosaic artwork
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Roman Wars and Battles
The Roman Wars and battles were many, and the Roman people felt that they had to fight in order to protect their empire.
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Roman Military
Roman Empire owed much of its grandeur to the highly professional and disciplined Roman military.
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Roman Weapons
The Romans were very known and very strong when they went to battle. They had a powerful army and an even stronger empire.
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Roman Emperors
Roman emperor was the ruler of Rome during the period of imperial rule. In 27 BC Rome transformed into an empire from republic.
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Emperor Nero
Nero was a Roman Emperor born in 37 AD who ruled Roman Empire from 54 to 68 AD. He came from an imperial background.
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Spartacus
Spartacus was a Thracian man known for his involvement in the slave uprising or The Third Servile War (73-71 BC).
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Roman Gladiators
Gladiators were combatants who fought against each other, condemned criminals and wild animals during the time of Roman Republic and Roman Empire.
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Etruscans
Etruscans were the people of the pre-Roman Etruscan civilization. They inhabited areas that make up modern day Tuscany, Northern Umbria and Lazio regions of Italy.
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Trajan
Trajan is thought of as one of the best Roman Emperors of all time. He reigned from 98 C.E. until his death in 117 C.E.
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Tiberius
Tiberius Claudius Nero or simply Tiberius was the second Roman Emperor. He ruled Rome after the death of his stepfather Augustus from 14 C.E.
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Julius Caesar
Gaius Julius Caesar, known as Julius Caesar, was a military and political leader in the Roman Republic.
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Julio-Claudian Dynasty
The Julio-Claudian Dynasty was the first imperial dynasty to rule the Roman Empire. Some historians believe the dynasty was started by Julius Caesar when he became dictator for life.
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Gaius Marius
One of the great leaders of the Roman Republic was Gaius Marius. He was the only Roman to be elected to consul seven times.
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Constantine the Great
Constantine the Great was the first Roman Emperor to convert to Christianity. He ruled from 306 C.E. until his death in 337 C.E.
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Claudius
Tiberius Claudius Caesar Augustus Germanicus or simply Claudius was the fourth emperor of the Roman Empire. He ruled 41 C.E. until his death in 54 C.E.
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Cicero
Marcus Tullius Cicero, simply known as Cicero, was an important person in ancient Rome from during the last century B.C.E. until his death in 43 B.C.E.
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Caligula
Upon the death of Tiberius in 37 C.E., the new Roman Emperor became Caligula. He reigned from 37 C.E. until his death in 41 C.E. Caligula was the third Roman Emperor and the third emperor from the Julio-Claudian Dynasty.
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Augustus
Augustus was the first emperor of the Roman Empire. He was appointed emperor in 27 B.C.E. and ruled until 14 C.E.
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Circus Maximus
Circus Maximus is an ancient Roman chariot racing stadium. It was built on the land between Palatine and Aventine hills in Rome, Italy.
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Roman Government
While the myth of Rome’s origins involve Romulus killing his twin brother Remus to rule Rome and name it after himself, we know that the area was ruled by the Etruscans in the seventh century B.C.
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Roman Senate
The word senate was derived from Latin word ‘Senex’ which means old man. Senate means a gathering of old men. Roman senate was an executive assembly or a governing body of prominent members of Roman society
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Roman Daily Life
Daily life in Ancient Rome often began with a light breakfast. Bread and water (or wine) would be served at home, or a wheat pancake could have been purchased on the way to work or school. Sometimes meat, fish, fruit, and other items may have been served, but not each day.
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Roman Towns
Roman towns consisted of buildings and temples that they used to worship their gods. They built Towns, and then walls were built
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Roman Food
Romans normally relied on the traditional food variety of Mediterranean region called ‘Mediterranean Triad’. It comprised of Olive oil, barley and wine.
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Roman Wine and Foods
The Romans liked to eat food and drink things that were based on a region called the Mediterranean Triad.
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Ancient Roman Clothing
Romans paid special attention to their clothing and wealthy Romans followed fashion trends of the time. The clothes were designed and marked in a manner that depicted the social status of the man wearing them.
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Roman Pets
The Romans had different kinds of pets than we have today. Some of the pets included greyhound dogs, ferrets, small monkeys, blackbirds
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Roman Toys
Children of Ancient Rome loved to play with toys, play games and have fun. There were many different kinds of toys
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Roman Wedding Customs
During Ancient Roman times, people were married for life, and there was no way to get out of the marriage except through death.
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Roman Houses
Roman housing architecture provides valuable insight into Roman culture, society and history.
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Roman Education
Most Roman education was based around Greek traditions, but it also included things like Roman politics and different religious beliefs.
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Roman Farmers
When thinking about Ancient Rome, most people know that the people lived in Roman towns that were full of temples, marketplaces, and homes
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Roman Games
Games were a very important part of the Ancient Roman times. Children and adults all enjoyed playing games
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Roman baths
Roman baths were purpose built structures or buildings, used for bathing in the days of Roman civilization.
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Roman Sports
Sports, just like now, were very popular in Ancient Roman times. The arena (The Colosseum) was a place where people
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Roman Pastimes
Intellectual people and philosophers came from all over to listen and be part of the Ancient Roman culture. Not only were they smart
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Roman Music
Roman music was important to Ancient Roman culture almost from the beginning. People of Ancient Rome would
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Roman Dance
During Ancient Roman times, dancing was considered a form of entertainment. Like other things that happened
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Roman Slaves
Slavery was an important part of Roman society and culture. Romans, specially the rich ones depended greatly on their slaves for maintaining a luxurious lifestyle.
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Roman Children
When living in an Ancient Roman family, the father was in charge of the household and so the children would always listen to the father.
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Roman Women
Women were accorded an important place in ancient Roman society. They enjoyed and shared almost equal rights with Roman men and were provided similar opportunities to excel in education, business and trade.
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Roman Craftsman
People in Ancient Roman times had many skills. If a person worked with their hands, chances are they were a craftsman.
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Roman Boats and Transportation
Transportation during Ancient Roman times was way different than what we have today. There were no cars, planes
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Roman Pottery
Pottery was an important part of daily living in ancient Rome. As Roman used earthenware for most of the purposes, a huge quantity of utensils, cooking pots, amphorae and fine wares were produced.
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Roman Dishes and Food
Ancient Roman cuisine was influenced by Greek cuisine and later absorbed culinary influence from territories added to the empire.
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Roman Families
For Romans, family and its structure were very important. Family was considered the basic unit of a Roman society.
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Roman Calendar
The Roman calendar changed many times over the years and between the foundation of Rome and when Rome fell as an empire
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The Twelve Tables
The Twelve Tables was a time in the Roman history where Rome stopped being a kingdom.
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Roman Science
One of the greatest scientific feats of Ancient Rome is the concrete road. Nearly 30 military highways, all made of stone, exited the great city. At one point, 372 roads connected 113 provinces..
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