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The Foundations of Rome: Geography, Myth, and Influences on Early Civilization

Rome's geographic advantages played a crucial role in its early development. Nestled between the Tiber River and the Mediterranean Sea, it had access to trade routes and fertile lands, with a mild climate that supported agriculture. Mythologically, the city is linked to Romulus and Remus, twins saved by a she-wolf and founders of the city after a conflict. Additionally, the Etruscans' influential rule introduced vital advancements like sewer systems, the alphabet, building techniques, and various forms of art and government, shaping early Roman culture.

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The Foundations of Rome: Geography, Myth, and Influences on Early Civilization

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  1. Rome: Beginnings

  2. Geographic Advantages • River access to port city of Ostia. • Access to Med. trade • Sits on north – south trade routes on peninsula

  3. Geographic Advantage • Mild climate with fertile soil • Seas and Alps provided some protection from invasion • Mid-point between eastern & western Med.

  4. Romulus & Remus • Twin sons born to the daughter of ousted king • Floated down Tiber R. • Saved by a she-wolf • Found and raised by a shepard • Founded a new city on the Tiber • Romulus killed Remus

  5. Aeneas • Aenead – written by Virgil to rival Homer • Escaped Troy to establish Alba Longa in Italy • Romulus and Remus were his descendants

  6. Etruscans • Ruled Rome for about 100 years influencing development • Sewers • Alphabet • Building techniques • Arts • Government forms • Public spectacles

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