Iliza

By Emerald LZ
  • Founding of Rome
    753 BCE

    Founding of Rome

    According to legend Rome was founded by Romulus and Remus.
  • The Roman Republic Begins
    509 BCE

    The Roman Republic Begins

    Rome transitions from monarchy to a republic ruled by elected officials.
  • The First Punic War
    264 BCE

    The First Punic War

    Rome fight Carthage and gains control of Sicily marking the start of its expansion beyond Italy.
  • The Second Punic War
    218 BCE

    The Second Punic War

    Rome defeats Hannibal of Carthage securing its dominance in the western Mediterranean.
  • Destruction of Carthage
    146 BCE

    Destruction of Carthage

    Rome destroys Carthage ending the Third Punic War and gaining control of North Africa.