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Beginning in the eighth century B.C., Ancient Rome grew from a small town on central Italy’s Tiber River into an empire that at its peak encompassed most of continental Europe, Britain, much of...
The regal period (753–509 bc) and the early republic (509–280 bc) are the most poorly documented periods of Roman history because historical accounts of Rome were not written until much later.
According to legend, Ancient Rome was founded by the two brothers, and demigods, Romulus and Remus, on 21 April 753 BCE. The legend claims that in an argument over who would rule the city (or, in another version, where the city would be located) Romulus killed Remus and named the city after himself.
The history of Rome includes the history of the city of Rome as well as the civilisation of ancient Rome. Roman history has been influential on the modern world, especially in the history of the Catholic Church , and Roman law has influenced many modern legal systems .
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Ancient Rome is the state that originated in the city of Rome during the 8th century bce. Considered one of the most successful imperial powers in history, Rome at its peak encompassed most of Europe and stretched into Africa and Asia.
Explore Rome's foundation and its rich historical journey. Learn how the ancient Rome, continuously inhabited, has shaped world history.
(This article offers an overview of ancient Rome and its civilization; for links to articles dealing with different aspects of Rome and its empire in more detail, go to the bottom of the article The Roman Empire.)
Forum’s Early History According to a widely accepted legend, ancient Rome was founded by brothers Romulus and Remus in 753 B.C. After a rising conflict, Romulus killed Remus, became king and...
Julius Caesar, the Colosseum, and the birth of Christianity—all roads lead to Rome. Start here to learn about ancient Roman art—from its precious cameos to its marble monuments. Roman architecture differed fundamentally from what had come before due to the discovery, experimentation and exploitation of concrete, arches and vaulting.