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From a small town to a huge empire, Rome is one of the most influential civilizations in world history. The following timeline will give you a brief overview of some of the important events and interesting facts that shaped Rome as we know it today.
According to legend, Rome was founded by Romulus and Remus, twin sons of Mars.
Rome is now ruled by elected officials called senators.
The earliest written legislation of law in Rome was written on 12 bronze tablets.
Camillus (multiple dictator, and named second founder of Rome) aided in triumphs for Rome that lead to control of the Italian Peninsula.
A series of wars that lead to the destruction of Ancient Carthage by the Roman Republic.
First Roman literature appeared.
A gladiator and 1 of 5 escaped slaves who lead an uprising against the Roman Republic.
Famed dictator known for political actions and ruthless tendencies.
Octavian is the sole leader of Rome, in 27 BC he assumed the title of Augustus. He is also the first Roman emperor.
A 200+ year era of peace, prosperity, and stability throughout the entire Roman Empire.
Construction started on the Colosseum, it later opened in 80 AD/CE.
The popular Roman square was founded.
The Roman temple opened.
Construction of the castle started.
22 emperors took the thrown, many meeting violent deaths.
The continuation of the Roman Empire in Eastern provinces, where Constantinople was its capital.
Constantine made christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire.
Loss of central political control in western Roman Empire.
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The Roman Forum was first developed and the centre spot of the city.
A period of time of artistic expression where masters Michelangelo and Raphael made their mark.
Sistine Chapel was erected in Vatican City.
A period where a pursuit of knowledge and philosophy entered in a world of traditional values.
St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City was completed.
The famous Spanish Steps were constructed during this time.
Rome’s best known fountain was built.
Consolidation of states into 1 single state.
Picturesque Roman landmark was built between these dates.
Benito Mussolini is the prime minister of Italy.
Famous movie featuring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck is the first American film filmed entirely in Rome.
Rome hosts the summer Olympics
Pope Benedict XVI resigns – the last time a pope resigned was in 1294.
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