Geography and the Early Development of Rome

Roman Civilization

Flourished from about 700 B.C.E. to about 476 C.E. in Italy.

Legend of Romulus and Remus

Twins raised by a wolf who founded Rome around 700 B.C.E.

Latins

Among the first Romans, settled around 700 B.C.E.

Etruscans

Dominated Etruria and greatly influenced Roman culture.

Greek Influence

Greeks influenced Roman culture through colonization, trade, architecture, art, and mythology.

Etruscan Engineering

Romans learned engineering techniques like the arch and cuniculus from the Etruscans.

Etruscan Sporting Events

Romans adopted Etruscan sports like slave fighting and chariot races.

Greek Architecture

Romans borrowed and adapted Greek architectural styles for buildings like the Pantheon and Colosseum.

Greek Writing

Romans adopted and altered the Etruscan alphabet, influenced by Greek writing.

Greek Art

Roman artists admired and adapted Greek pottery, painting, and sculpture.

Greek Mythology

Roman religion was influenced by Greek mythology, adopting Greek gods with Roman names.