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Foundations of the Roman Republic 509-343BCE
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The Founding of Rome Myth: Rome founded in 753BCE by Romulus and Remus (raised by a she- wolf). Romulus kills Remus after a dispute and he then establishes Rome. Evidence: Archaeology tells us that by the mid-8 th C. BCE a settlement existed on the Palatine Hill (centremost hill of the seven hills of Rome).
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Etruscans take control Ruled from approx. 616- 509BCE. Civilised people who controlled a large proportion of Italy. Took control of Rome due to its prime location on the Tiber River.
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The Founding of the Republic Popular history suggests that around 509BCE the Etruscan kings were expelled by revolution and a Republic was established. However, evolutionary change is just as plausible – Rome underwent a gradual process on its path to a Republic.
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Conflict of the Orders A class struggle between Patricians and Plebeians from 494-287BCE. Plebeians well organised – collective action A number of important positions are gained and laws are passed during this period (for the Plebeians). This period can be defined as the Plebeian struggle for equality and justice.
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The Italian Conquests 1. First Phase (509-390BCE) Rome’s territory doubled. Treaty signed with the Latin League – Rome has stable allies for 150 years 2. Second Phase (390-338BCE) Rome controlled 7500 sq km and one million people. 3. Third Phase (338-290BCE) Roman military tactics change from the Phalanx (Greek) to the Maniple (more flexible). Road building becomes central to controlling the Latin and Roman colonies.
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Rome takes control of Southern Italy – Pyrrhic Wars 280-275BCE – a series of battles with the Greek State of Epirus – King Pyrrhus Rome wins and takes control of Southern Italy.
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Roman gains following Italian campaigns
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