History Roman Kings Flashcards
Who is the 1st king of Rome?
Romulus
How did Romulus become king?
He proclaimed himself king after murdering his brother.
Give the alleged years of king Romulus’ reign.
753 BC - 717 BC
Who is the 2nd king of Rome?
Numa Pompilius
How did Numa Pompilius become king?
He was elected king by the Curiate Assembly, after the death of Romulus.
Give the alleged years of king Numa Pompilius’ reign.
717 BC - 673 BC
Who is the 3rd king of Rome?
Tullus Hostilius
How did Tullus Hostilius become king?
He was elected king by the Curiate Assembly, after the death of Numa Pompilius.
Give the alleged years of king Tullus Hostilius’ reign.
673 BC - 642 BC
Who is the 4th king of Rome?
Ancus Marcius
How did Ancus Marcius become king?
He was the grandson of Numa Pompilius; elected by the Curiate Assembly after the death of Tullus Hostilius.
Give the alleged years of king Ancus Marcius’ reign.
640 BC - 616 BC
Who is the 5th king of Rome?
Tarquinius Priscus
How did Tarquinius Priscus become king?
He was elected king by the Curiate Assembly, after the death of Ancus Marcius.
Give the alleged years of king Tarquinius Priscus’ reign.
616 BC - 579 BC