Ancient Rome

In the beginning…

• Started in what is today known as Italy– Separated into East and West by the Apennine

Mountain Range– 3 Regions, Eturia (North), Latium (Rome), and

Campania (South, coastal line)• Expansion grew both North, South, East, and

West– At first, surrounded by enemies• Next two hundred years, battles constantly

Conquest

• Roman Citizen– Mainly given to the Latin’s – Conquered communities were allowed to continue

living how they always did with one exception: Provide Soliders!

– Loyal allies could improve their status and become Roman citizens

– This was huge!!!! Allowed the conquered peoples to feel that they had a stake in Rome’s success

Coliseum

Coliseum

• Schedule:– Morning: Exotic Animals Fight– Lunch: Executions– Afternoon: Gladiator Fights

• Form of Propaganda – deliberate spreading of rumors, information, etc.

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