Roman BeginningsLegend says that Rome was founded by twin bothersRemus and Romulus

Legend says the twins were raised by a wolf.

The twins founded Rome by the Tiber River.

The Tiber River helped Rome trade with civilizations around the MediterraneanSea, the river also helped to protect Romefrom enemies.

Rome’s main enemy wasCarthage.

Hannibal was the military leader of Carthage who crossed the Alpswith elephants to attack Rome.

Rome fought three Punic wars against Carthage for control of the area around the Mediterranean Sea.

After 120 years of war Romedefeats Carthage for good.

Rome at it’s Peak.

AugustusBrought order:created Police and Fire departments.

Improved the economyalso improved how the government worked.

Ruled during atime of peace.

Ruled during a timecalled the Pax Romano

2 centuries of peace and prosperity.

During this timeRome was knownfor three things.

1. Great road system 2.Code of Law 3.United a huge empire.

Roman Government Roman Republic Citizens have the rightto vote or choose theirleaders.

Patricians Plebeians10%Wealthy Romans

90%Farmers

MerchantsSoldiers

Roman SenateThe law makingbranch of government.

DictatorPicked by the Senateto run the government intimes of emergency for6 months.

The Dictatorhad complete power.

2 counsels were picked bythe Senate to administerthe everyday workings of the military and government.

Tribunes were picked to protect therights of the plebeians.

If the consuls disagreed with the Senate they could VETO-FORBIDA LAW.

Julius Caesar/ Famous Dictator

Christianity in the Roman Empire

Jesus was born into aJewish family in Palestine. He lived under Roman rule hisentire life.

Christianity started after thedeath and resurrection of Jesus.

Christianity is based on the teachings of Jesus.

Early Christians werepersecuted/punished for their beliefs.

Christianity was spread by Peter and Paul. They followed Roman roads around the Mediterranean Sea