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Early Roman History
The Founding of RomeRomulus and Remus Video
Romulus and Remus are Rome's twin founders in its traditional foundation myth. They are descendants of the Trojan prince and refugee Aeneas, and are fathered by the god Mars. Their uncle, jealous of power, exposes them to die in the wild. They are found by a she-wolf who suckles and cares for them. The twins are eventually restored to their regal birthright, acquire many followers and decide to found a new city.
Geography of Rome
Location The Italian peninsula offered protection by the hills and mountains found throughout the area
Mountain Ranges The Alps Mountains, Europe’s highest mountains, separated the Italian peninsula from the rest of the continent. The Apennine Mountains run north to south along the length of the Italian peninsula
Tiber River - Agriculture The growing agricultural system was aided by the nearby Tiber River. The Tiber provided a reliable source of fresh water used for irrigating their farms As well as drinking water for humans and animals. However, unlike many other civilizations, Rome did not develop in the river’s delta.
Mediterranean Sea Trade was an important part of life in ancient Rome. Rome developed several trade routes throughout the Mediterranean Sea and established trade with other civilizations. Later, the Roman armies used these same routes to conquer large amounts of territory and expand the empire along the Mediterranean.
Climate The region had mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers. Made it possible for the region to develop a strong agricultural base. Grew wheat, grapes, and olives and build a consistent food supply.
Early Influences on Rome
The Etruscans Architecture The Arch
Engineering Roads, Bridges, Irrigation
Warfare Phalanx Formation
Metalworking Used Raw Materials: Copper,
Lead, Iron, Tin, Silver, Gold and Alloys (Bronze)
Religion Signs in Nature: Reading Lightning,
Flight of Birds, Stars and Entrails.
Sculpture Nature and Proportion (Realism)
Social Organization Wealth and Social Status, Clothing
(Toga), Daily Activities
Sporting Events Funeral Practices (Gladiators) and
Horse Races
The Greeks Coinage Currency, Images on Coins
Monumental Buildings Temples and Palaces
Philosophy Question the Natural World
Pottery Storage and Artwork
Science Science and Math
Advancements
Theater Dramas and Comedies
Writing Written Language (Stone and
Papyrus)
Mythology Greek Gods and Goddesses
Greek Gods vs. Roman gods Zeus=Jupiter Poseidon=Neptune Hades=Pluto Hermes=Mercury Hera=Juno Hephaestus=Vulcan
Athena=Minerva Artemis=Diana Ares=Mars Apollo=Apollo Aphrodite=Venus Cronus=Saturn