Three Forms of Government Rome Three Forms of Government Monarchy: 753BC - 509BC Kings Ruled, people did not participate in government Republic: 509BC – 27BC Political regime based on participation, admisistered by the Senate Empire: 27BC- 476 AD Emperor held all power, provinces administered by governors
Roman Empire Julius Caesar Powerful Roman army general Conquered Gaul in 49BC Forced the Senate to declare him dictator in 46BC Declared “Dictator for Life” in 44BC Assassinated the same year…why?
Roman Empire Following Caesar’s death power was shared by Octavian and Marc Antony Octavian defeated Marc Antony in 31 BC He became sole ruler and the first Roman Emperor in 27BC Octavian given the prestigious title AGUSTUS
Roman Empire ROMAN ARMY Army = Many Legions Legions= 5-6000 Soldiers Soldiers = Legionaries Legion led by tribune Legions= many centuries Centuries= 80-100 soldiers
Roman Empire Roman Roads Move armies quickly Commerce Safe travel Rapid transportation And? How did this show Rome’s power? Today? ____________________ “All Roads Lead to Rome”
Roman Empire The Limes- Example- Hadrian’s Wall Walls and Fortifications built to protect the borders of each territory Maintained peace and kept enemies out How did this show Rome’s power? Today? _________________
Roman Empire Aqueducts Water flows from one place to another Brought drinking water into the city How did this show Rome’s power? Today? _____________
Roman Empire Coliseum Provide entertainment on a mass scale 70000 fans in the stadium Secret trap floors How did this show Rome’s power? Today? _____________
Roman Empire Public Baths accessible to the entire Roman population eg. talk about politics, bath, relax, workout, manicure, hair cut, etc. How did this show Rome’s power? TODAY? ___________________
Roman Empire Rome experienced a few centuries of peace known as _____________ During this time period Rome… Beautified the cities with public works and buildings Taxes collection improved Permanent and Professional army Land given to retired soldiers Inhabitants of provinces easily acquire citizenship
Roman Empire Roman Culture Language Clothing Political System Religion Architecture Why was it an important to share and borrow culture from the conquered provinces? Did this help run such a large Empire and ensure Pax Romana?
Roman Empire The Fall of Rome Abuse of Power Financial Troubles The Rise of Christianity Territory was too large and invaded by foreigners or ‘barbarians’ What do you think is the reason?