Roman Empire Essays

The Roman Empire is the period of ancient Roman civilization which extended from 27 BC through 476 AD; it is characterized by an autocratic form of government started by Augustus after his victory in the Battle of Actium. The first Emperor, known as Octavian before he accepted the name offered by the Senate, is responsible […]

Romulus and Remus were twin brothers. Their father was Mars, the God of War; their mother was Rhea Silvia, a vestal virgin and daughter of the King, Numitor. Numitor’s brother, Amulius, had taken the throne from him and had forced Rhea Silvia to become a vestal virgin so that she would not have any children […]

Octavian Augustus is known as the first, and one of the greatest, Roman Emperors ever. Octavian enabled the long, peaceful time of the Pax Romana by changing Rome from a fragile, crumbling republican government to a mighty empire. Octavian’s government was strong enough to withstand weak emperors who mismanaged the Empire as well. His changes […]

Long ago, a group of men resided in a cave and would venture out during daylight hours to search for sustenance. Initially, the strongest in the group desired a greater portion of the food and was able to obtain it without objection from the others. This habit gradually became routine and ultimately led to conflict […]

The fall of the Roman Empire and Abbasids was due to a combination of internal and external factors such as ineffective governance, economic systems, foreign invasions, and societal issues. Although the Roman Empire and the Abbasid Empire encountered comparable issues, their outcomes differed. Political instability and a capital relocation weakened Rome’s army and population, whereas […]

The first territory they conquered was Italy. -as Romans took over more places and people they adjusted their Institutions to the task of ruling an imperial capital city and distant places. Rather than having kings they installed 2 consuls or chief magistrates who would hold office for 1 year. This radical move from kingship to […]

Therefore, even though the nationality and time period of the warrior have changed with such adaptation, the same Greek style was maintained, revealing a very common Roman characteristic. The Roman Republic was based entirely on a Greek influence, mainly caused by the numerous maritime commerce settlements establish on regions conquered by the Romans. By adopting […]

The current dictator of Rome at this time to diva Orca Cornelia and f he refused he was at high risk of losing everything including his property. July us then decided to refuse his demands and escaped the consequences by going into the militia rye. He served in the provinces of Asia and Cilia before […]

By the middle of 2nd century B.C.E, the Roman territory extended as far as the Mediterranean. The sheer size of the Empire terminated any external threats to the Romans. Instead, towards the end of the 2nd century B.C.E, it brought upon them internal conflicts. The size of the aristocrats was largely outnumbered by the rest, […]

There is a tremendous amount of artwork from classical societies that still inspires artists and art enthusiasts today. Art can reveal an extensive amount of information regarding the culture of the society from which it was created. To analyze artwork in relation to the culture of the society, the artwork must be studied in a […]

What role did the settlements of 27 BC and 23 BC play in the development of Augustus’ principate? In the first settlement of 27 BC Octavian handed back the unofficial powers he had held during the civil war to the Senate and people of Rome. However, some historians think that it was accomplished over a […]

The text highlights the flaws of Gaius Verres as he advanced in the Roman political hierarchy to become a governor. Additionally, it describes his attempts to corrupt the judicial system in order to escape rightful scrutiny and secure an acquittal. Cicero asserts that the situation depicted by Verres is not unique and asserts that these […]

Rome accomplished a major political accomplishment by going beyond the narrow viewpoint of city-states and forming an international province that united the varied states of the Mediterranean region. To do so, Rome overcame the limitations of city-state mentality and instituted a comprehensive system of laws and citizenship throughout its empire. Instead of theory, the leader […]

Slavery was a pervasive establishment in the ancient Roman society. Slaves were a common fixture in every aspect of Roman life, may it be in a common household or in the grand palaces. They were made to do laborious and oftentimes unpleasant tasks that the Romans did not like to do. The acquisition of slaves […]

The focus of this essay is to analyze the political significance of myth in early Rome, specifically examining if it was used primarily for attaining power and wealth. The inquiry begins with Augustus’ foundation myths, which had an influential quote stating that “Emperors exploited myths and mythical characters to promote their images and values” (Block […]

The essence of powerplay is that those who inspire also create powerful enemies. This essay will attempt to prove this statement in relation to the play, Julius Caesar, the documentaries, The Men who Killed Kennedy and Hitler and the film, Wag the Dog. In Julius Caesar, we see how the great Caesar himself, who was […]

For almost 1000 years, Rome was widely recognized as possibly the most powerful empire globally. Throughout this time of affluence and prosperity, the citizens of Rome experienced more than 200 years of harmony known as Pax Romana and remained cohesive. The expression “Civis Romanus Sum,” which translates to “I am a Roman citizen,” could frequently […]

The Romans had theatres like the Greeks. However, different from the Greek theatres (in which only solemn religious played were performed), theatrical performances in Roman theatres became more secular. Theatrical performances were different from other kinds of Roman entertainment, like gladiatorial fights and chariot racing, they had nothing to do with cruelty or bloodshed. Roman […]

It can be concluded that Augustus was a superior Emperor compared to Nero. This is due to his 41-year reign and natural death from old age. Additionally, Augustus came from a powerful family, although his father died when he was young, while his mother had significant societal connections. Being Julia’s daughter and Julius Caesar’s niece, […]

When considering Rome’s famous tourist trail, many people around the world view the Pantheon as just another stop. It is understandable that the significance of this ancient building is often overlooked when compared to Rome’s other architectural wonders. However, upon closer inspection, it becomes evident that the Pantheon is a building of immense importance that […]

The use of entertainment by Emperors was intentional to prevent rebellion resulting from bad governance, and the theatre played a vital role in Roman culture. Both amphitheatres and theatres existed, with even small towns featuring the latter. Typically, theatres were shaped like a horseshoe, had a stage at the front, and seating arranged around the […]

The Roman Empire stood in great power for many centuries. Rome was considered the center of civilization for years. The empire was beautiful and although it attracted many invaders, it was very well protected by the walls surrounding the empire and, of course, the powerful army. Some people believed that the Roman Empire would last […]