Sophie and Alice

By Emerald LZ
  • 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 republic, ruled by elected officials
  • 264 BCE

    The First Punic War

    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

    The Second Punic War
    Rome defeats Hannibal of Carthage, securing its dominance in the western Mediterranean.
  • 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, marking Rome's first control of North Africa