In the 1st century BCE, the Roman Forum echoed with philosophical debates that shaped law, ethics, and the soul of the Republic.
The Voice of Reason: Philosophical Debates in the Roman Forum
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Roman Republic
The Roman Census: Power, Order, and Identity in the Republic
During the Roman Republic, the census was a vital institution—ranking citizens, organizing the army, and shaping Rome’s social fabric.
Cicero’s Catiline Orations: The Speech That Shook the Roman Republic
Cicero’s dramatic denunciation of Catiline in the Senate in 63 BCE exposed a conspiracy that threatened the Roman Republic.
The Pact of the Latin League: A Step Towards Roman Supremacy
Delve into the early Roman Republic’s pivotal alliance, the Latin League, and its role in shaping the future of Roman dominance in the Italian peninsula.
The Sack of Rome in 390 BCE: The Gauls’ Devastating Invasion
In 390 BCE, Rome faced its first catastrophic sack when the Gauls overran the city. Discover how the Romans endured and rebuilt.
The Funeral of Julius Caesar: The Speech That Shook Rome
In 44 BCE, Marc Antony’s speech at Julius Caesar’s funeral ignited public fury, setting the stage for Rome’s transformation from Republic to Empire.
The Gracchi Brothers: Reformers Who Shook the Roman Republic
In the 2nd century BCE, Tiberius and Gaius Gracchus led controversial land reforms that challenged Rome’s elite, reshaping the Republic’s political landscape.
The Commune of Rome: The City’s Medieval Struggle for Independence
In the 12th century, the Commune of Rome emerged as citizens challenged papal rule, seeking self-governance and a return to the city’s republican past.
Rome vs. the Etruscans: The Early Struggles of the Republic
In the 5th century BCE, Rome fought against the Etruscans in a battle for survival, shaping the early Republic’s military and political strength.
Building the Via Appia: Rome’s First Great Road
The Via Appia, built in 312 BCE, was Rome’s first major road, revolutionizing transportation and military logistics across the Republic.
