The Roman Colosseum

Introduction to Ancient Rome

• The video is about Ancient Rome, a fascinating civilization that still influences us today.

History of Rome

• Rome was formed in the 8th century BC.
• According to legend, Rome was founded by Romulus in 753 BC.
• Many historians believe that numerous farm communities joined together to form the city.
• The location of Rome was perfect due to the Tiber River, which provided water and access to other areas.

Government of Rome

• In the early days, Rome was ruled by a king.
• The people kicked out the king, Tarquin the Proud, in 509 BC and decided to set up a republic.
• In a republic, the people elect representatives to make decisions for a certain amount of time.

Julius Caesar

• Julius Caesar was a great general and writer who lived from 100 BC to 44 BC.
• He was a hero in Rome and was loved by the people.
• Caesar's popularity and power led to a civil war, after which he became the ruler of the Roman Republic.
• He was betrayed and killed in 44 BC.

After Julius Caesar

• After Caesar's death, his adopted son Octavian took over Rome and eventually became the first emperor, renaming himself Augustus.
• Augustus ushered in the Pax Romana, a period of peace where the majority of people lived without fear of invasion.

Legacy of Ancient Rome

• The Roman Empire was massive, covering a large area at its peak.
• Ancient Rome left a lasting impact on architecture, with many structures still standing today, such as the Colosseum.
• The Colosseum was a massive amphitheater that could hold over 60,000 people watching sports and events.
• Ancient Rome also developed water systems and aqueducts to bring fresh water to different places.
• They also invented concrete and made roads that connected the empire, many of which still exist today.
• The Latin language, developed by the ancient Romans, is still used in many languages today, including in scientific names for plants and animals.

Fun Facts

• Ancient Rome invented socks!