Ancient rome

Roman Republic

By Ruben817
  • Foundation of Rome
    753 BCE

    Foundation of Rome

    Two myths about the foundation of Rome exist. The story of Aeneas's escape from Troy, and the story of the infant twins Romulus and Remus who were raised by a wolf.
    Rome was started by a tribe called the Latins. The Etruscans were in Italy when the Romans arrived. Romans learned allot of skills from them.
  • Period: 519 BCE to 430 BCE

    Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus

    Farmer who reluctantly accepted the title and power of dictator when Rome was under attack. He was very successful and after completing his duty, he returned back to farming his land.
  • Roman Republic Established
    509 BCE

    Roman Republic Established

    Rome was led by seven kings before a rebellion arose overthrowing monarchy as a form of government. Thus making this the beginning of the republic. "res publica = the public thing"
  • Period: 494 BCE to 287 BCE

    Struggle of the Orders

    Fight between Patricians and Plebians. Patricians hold all the power but eventually have to give into the plebians demmands.
  • Law of Twelve Tables
    450 BCE

    Law of Twelve Tables

    Came out of plebians victory over patrichians during a rebellion over having no representation in government. These laws were inscribed on wooden tablets. Plebians were finally allowed to hold elected offices therefore obtaining more rights.
  • Coinage Used in Rome
    289 BCE

    Coinage Used in Rome

    Before 289 BCE Rome had no standard system of coinage.
  • Senatus Populusque Romanum
    287 BCE

    Senatus Populusque Romanum

    Law that made decisions enacted in plebians own assembly binding on the Roman Government regardless of the senates approval.
  • Period: 264 BCE to 241 BCE

    1st Punic War

  • Period: 264 BCE to 146 BCE

    Punic Wars

    Total of three wars between Rome and Carthage in which Rome takes possession of Carthage at the end. Many citizens of Carthage become slaves.
  • Period: 254 BCE to 184 BCE

    Plautus

    Romes greatest playwright. His works had major influence on Shakespeare.
  • Slaves - 10% of Italy Population
    218 BCE

    Slaves - 10% of Italy Population

  • Period: 218 BCE to 201 BCE

    2nd Punic War

  • Period: 163 BCE to 133 BCE

    Tiberius Gracchus

    Spokesman for land reform. Elected to the Tribune in 133.
  • Period: 157 BCE to 86 BCE

    Marius

    Changes military structure. Elected to consul in 107 BCE.
  • Period: 153 BCE to 121 BCE

    Gaius Gracchus

    Elected to the Tribune in 123 BCE. Promised all Italians Citizenship.
  • Period: 149 BCE to 146 BCE

    3rd Punic War

    55,000 Carthanians were enslaved after the destruction of their city.
  • 146 BCE

    Rome no longer concerned about Foreign Invasion

    Social and political issues at home become more important. Citizens view on government changes
  • Period: 138 BCE to 78 BCE

    Sulla

    Rival to Marius. Provoked civil war between supporters of Marius and his supporters.
  • Period: 104 BCE to 43 BCE

    Cicero

    Romes finest Orator. Did a great job as a statesman in the Republic.
  • Period: 96 BCE to 55 BCE

    Lucretius

    Epicurean Philosopher. Believed religion promoted evil deeds.
  • Period: 86 BCE to 24 BCE

    Sallust

    Historian who condemned the breakdown of republican values and civic virtue.
  • Period: 80 BCE to 8 BCE

    Enslaved Aliens to Rome Transported to Italy

    2Million People
  • Period: 58 BCE to 50 BCE

    Gallic Wars

    Big triumph for Rome and Caesar.
  • 50 BCE

    Slavery - 33% of Italy's Population

  • Period: 48 BCE to 44 BCE

    Dictatorship of Caesar

    Lasted for 10 years as dictator. He was able to lower taxes, extend citizenship, start public works program, and reform the courts among other things.
  • Emperor Augustus
    27 BCE

    Emperor Augustus

    Begin of Emperor Augustus Reign