Roman Empire Flashcards
Foundation of Rome Year
753 BCE
Beginning of Roman Republic Date
509 BCE
Struggle of the Orders Date
500-287 BCE
Punic Wars Dates
264-146 BCE
Social War Dates
91-87 BCE
Rise of the First Triumvirate and Caesar Dates
80-44 BCE
Reign of Augustus Dates
27 BCE -14 CE
Empire Enjoys Expansion and Prosperity Dates
100-180 CE
Roman Empire Splits Date
364 CE
Last emperor Date
476 CE
Roman citizenship granted through Empire Date
212 CE
First pyramids date
~2500 BCE
Mesopotamian Cities created date
~4000 BCE
End of Ancient World
500 CE
When did hieroglyphics start?
~3200 BCE
When did Egypt become a Roman province?
30 BCE
When were the Greek poleis?
500-400 BCE
When did Greek and Latin emerge?
800-700 BCE
When was the first multi-national empire?
~2300 BCE
When were the Hellenistic Kingdoms founded?
323 BCE
What is the Bronze she-wolf statue?
The Capitoline She-Wolf is a representation of the twins Remus and Romulus feeding from the wolf that found them abandoned. It currently resides in Rome. The statue is made of bronze. The statue was thought to be made in the fifth century BCE but is now debated. Talk about how the wolf is unproportional and skinny.
Myth of Romulus and Remus
When the boys were prophesized to overthrow their uncle, he sent for them to be thrown into the river. However, the servant sent to do it took pity and left them in a basket.
Augustus of Prima Porta
Located in the Museum of the Vatican is the statue of Augustus, the first emperor of Rome. Prima Porta refers to the north gate of Rome, where Augustus’s wife lived. Statue is made of bronze and thought to be a copy of a public version. Thought to be a celebration for his victory over the Parthians. Made around 20 BCE. Naturalistic look about him, very human like. The cupid at his feet is a call to his lineage to Aeneas, and therefore, Venus. The breastplate represents Augustus and his achievements. (Man on left of breastplate is Roman and man on left is Parthian handing over standards after losing in battle). Many mythological figures, showing his dedication to the gods.
Arch of Constantine
The arch is made of parts of monuments from other emperors, who where known to be good, bringing him in the same conversation. The arch shows barbarians that have been conquered by Rome. In the section of Marcus Aurelius, there are panels representing victory over leaders, barbarians, giving of money, and motivational speeches. The section of Hadrian shows animal hunts and sacrifices given to the gods from these hunts. Constantine’s section shows the marching army to Verona and the conquering of Verona during the Roman Civil War.
Before Rome
Several small villages were around Italy
Early Rome
Ruled by the Latium who were farmers. Aristocratic families owned most of the land and peasants were soldiers and owned little land.
Comitia Curiata
Public assembly of all male citizens divided into 30 groups. They approved the selection of the king.
Regal Period Politics
King was in charge. Senate advised King.