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752 BCE
Founding of Rome
According to legend, Rome was founded by Romulus and Remus -
509 BCE
The Roman Republic Begins
Rome transitions from monarchy to a republic, ruled by elected officials. -
264 BCE
The First Punic War
Rome fights Carthage and gains control of Sicily, marking the start of its expansion beyond Italy. -
218 BCE
The Second Punic War
Rome defeats Hannibal of Carthage securing it dominance in the western Mediterranean. -
146 BCE
Destruction of Carthage
Rome destroys Carthage, ending the Third Punic War and gaining control of North Africa