The History of the Roman Empire

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Who were believed to be the founders of Rome?

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The twin brothers Romulus and Remus, descendants of the Trojan prince Aeneas.

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When was Rome founded?

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753 BC

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What type of government did Rome have after the kings were expelled?

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A republic, where the wealthy elite in the Senate ruled in the name of the people.

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By when did the Roman Republic conquer all of Italy?

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By the 270s BC.

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Which areas did Rome control by 140 BC?

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North Africa, Greece, and Spain.

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Who was the first emperor of Rome?

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Augustus.

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By AD 100, what areas did Rome control?

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All of Europe around the Mediterranean Sea, along the Rhine and Danube rivers, and up to Hadrian's Wall in northern Britain.

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What happened to the Roman Empire in 476?

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The last emperor was forced from the throne and the empire fell.

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Did the Romans ever invade Ireland?

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No, but Roman coins have been found on the east coast, suggesting trade.