Class 2 M 09/08/25: From Monarchy to Republic

Monarchical period

The early phase of Rome's history, lasting from 753 to 509 BCE, characterized by kingship and legends.

Pietas

Devotion to the gods, family, and civic duty, embodied by Aeneas in Roman culture.

Interregnum

The period between kings, occurring after a king's death before a new king is elected.

Res publica

Meaning 'public affairs,' the term for the Roman Republic that replaced monarchy.

Imperium

The supreme authority held by Roman kings, encompassing legislative, judicial, military, and executive power.

Libertas

Liberty or freedom from tyranny, a core value in Roman identity during the Republic.

Virgil

The Roman poet who recounted Aeneas's journey in the Aeneid, highlighting Roman values.

Tarquinius Superbus

The last king of Rome, known for his cruel rule and whose reign led to the establishment of the Republic.

Latin League

A coalition of Latin cities created to unify against common threats and absorb enemies into Roman culture.

Romulus and Remus

The legendary twin brothers whose founding myth symbolizes Rome's origins and struggles.