Ancient Rome

By ben granger
  • 509 BCE

    Founding of Rome (how it became a republic)

    Founding of Rome (how it became a republic)
    Romans were determined not to be ruled by a monarch. they set up new government called res public "that which belongs to the people"
  • 270 BCE

    Expansion of Empire on the peninsula

    Expansion of Empire on the peninsula
    The Roman empire expanded across Italy by conquering neighbors in central Italy and the Etruscans. Then they overpowered the Greek city-states in the South. Rome controlled most of the Italian peninsula.
  • 133 BCE

    End of the Republic

    End of the Republic
    The murders of the Gracchus brothers who attempted to reform the republic created turmoil. Power struggles weakened the republic and led to its overthrow.
  • 27 BCE

    Pax Romana

    Pax Romana
    A 200 year period of peace from Augustus to Marcus Aurelius known as Pax Romana
  • 14 BCE

    Augustus Caesar

    Augustus Caesar
    Augustus reigned from 27 AD until 14 AD. He was given the title Exalted One by the Senate. He exercised absolute power and named his successor just as a king would do. He created an organized government with a civil service. He also implemented the census, postal service, and built roads.
  • 30

    Jesus’s main teachings

    Jesus’s main teachings
    Jesus' teachings were firmly rooted in Judaism but he also preached new beliefs calling himself the Son of God or the Messiah.
  • 79

    Roman Architecture

    Roman Architecture
    Roman architecture was superior because of concrete, arches, and domes. The Romans invented concrete which was a useful and long-lasting material. Arches were built as a statement of power. Large spaces typically developed into a dome.
    The Romans were also famous for building stadiums which could be 15 stories high and had a series tunnels and stairs allowing large crowds to enter and exit. These classical features are still in use today in our modern sports stadiums.
  • 312

    Founding of Constantinople and the division of the Empire

    Founding of Constantinople and the division of the Empire
    Constantine founded Constantinople as a "new Rome" which he made a wealthier and more powerful capitol on the Eastern side of the Empire.
  • 312

    Constantine I

    Constantine I
    Constantine I ruled from 312AD to 337AD. He was significant for being tolerant of Christians and also for founding the great city of Constantinople.