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The Roman Republic: Learning Goals • Describe how geography influenced Rome’s development • Explain the main institutions of the Roman republic • Describe how the Punic Wars helped increase Roman power 6.1 - The Roman Republic A.P. World History A Mr. Schabo Crestwood High School http://blog.ratestogo.com/eight-must-see-landmarks-in-rome/ Origins of Rome • Rome built on seven rolling hills in the middle of the Apennine peninsula (da boot) • Founded by http://www.wordtravels.com/Travelguide/Countries/Italy/Map The First Romans • 1000-500 B.C.: Three groups inhabit the region: http://www.cheap-hotel-rome.com/Palatine-Hill-Rome.asp • Latins built the original settlement of Rome atop a hill called Paletine…these guys are considered the first Romans The First Romans - Continued http://www.worldcoincatalog.com/AC/C2/Greece/AG/AncientGreece.htm • Greeks controlled southern Italy & Sicily. • Etruscans controlled the north. They were metalworkers and engineers, and gave Rome http://www.fortunecity.com/tatooine/acegarp/898/10000bc601.htm The Roman Republic Is Born! • In 509 B.C., a tyrannical king was driven from power in Rome. The Romans decide that they will never again live under a king. • Romans formed a republic - • Two groups vied for power: patricians, wealthy landowners, and plebians, the farmers, artisans, and merchants The Republic, Continued • Patricians allowed plebians to form their own assembly and elect representatives called tribunes. These tribunes looked after the rights of the plebians. • Plebians pushed for • The laws were written on twelve tablets (tables) and hung in the Roman Forum for all to see. They symbolized http://www.visitingdc.com/rome/roman-forum-picture.asp The Republic - Continued • The Roman Republic combined the features of a monarchy with the features of an aristocracy and a democracy…they called it a balanced government. • Consuls were responsible for running the government and commanding the army. Limited to a one year term. • Dictators were chosen to run things in times of emergency, limited to a six month term. http://jaynesquiltingroom.blogspot.com/ The Senate • Aristocratic branch of Rome’s government. • http://www.crystalinks.com/romesenate.html • Later, plebians were allowed in the senate. • Assemblies represented all who were not patricians and helped make laws. The Military • Great value was placed on the military. • Landowners were forced to serve in the army, and certain public officials • Organized into legions – groups of 5000 soldiers, with cavalry supporting each legion! Roman Dominance In The Region • Rome eventually drove out the Greeks and conquered the Etruscans, dominating the Italian peninsula. • Rome quickly became a trading state, roaming the Mediterranean for raw materials and manufactured goods like wine and olive oil. • Carthage, http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:CarthageMap.png The Punic Wars • Rome battled Carthage in a long series of wars known as the Punic Wars. (264-146 B.C) • Lead by Hannibal, • With the help of its allies, Rome defeated the Carthaginian army, giving it complete control over the Western Mediterranean Sea.