Emily

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  • 753 BCE

    Founding of Rome

    Founding of Rome
    According to legend, Rome was founded by Romulus
    and Remus
  • 509 BCE

    The Roman Republic Begins

    The Roman Republic Begins
    Rome transitions from monarchy to a republic, ruled
    by elected officials.
  • 264 BCE

    The first Punic War.

    The first Punic War.
    Rome fights Cartage and gains control of Sicily, marking the start of its expansion beyond Italy.
  • 146 BCE

    Destruction of Carthage

    Destruction of Carthage
    Rome destroys Carthage ending The Third Punic War
    and gaining control of North Africa.
  • 55 BCE

    Julius Caesar 's Invasion of Britain

    Julius Caesar 's Invasion of Britain
    Julius Caesar leads two expeditions to Britain making Rome 's first contact with the island.
  • 44 BCE

    Assassinations of Julius Caesar

    Assassinations of Julius Caesar
    Julius Caesar assassinated, leading to the end of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire.
  • 218

    The second Punic War

    The second Punic War
    Rome defeats Hannibal of Carthage, securing its
    dominance in the western Mediterranean.