Tides of History The Birth of the Roman Republic
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Jun 13, 2024 Explore the birth of the Roman Republic in 509 BC after the expulsion of the last king. Dive into the evolution and transformation of the Roman political system over five centuries, from a republic to an imperial power under one-man rule. Learn about the conflict between patricians and plebeians, the establishment of plebeian political structures, and the evolution of Roman society.
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Roman Republic's Gradual Evolution
- The Roman Republic evolved gradually and lacked a single, unified political system throughout its history.
- Its political offices and institutions shifted significantly over nearly five centuries of development.
Rome's Strategic Early Location
- Early Rome was a strategic trade hub linking coast and inland via the Tiber River.
- Its prosperity grew from local exchange and craft production well before the Republic's founding.
The Founding Story of the Republic
- Tarquinius Superbus was expelled after his son Sextus raped Lucretia, sparking outrage.
- Lucius Junius Brutus and others united to remove the king and found the Republic with elected consuls.