A | B |
Greek Culture | Continued & Adapted by Romans |
Italy | Central Mediterranean Region |
Apennine Mountains | In the north of Italy, separated Italy from Europe |
Sunny, Mild, Fertile Farmland | Southern Italy |
Tiber River | The river the city of Rome is on |
Seven Hills | Defensible Area the city of Rome is located in |
Greeks | Farming Villages in the South |
Greeks | Grape & Olive Farming |
Etruscans | Original people group that controlled Rome |
Etruscan Influences | Arts, metal work, architecture, army organization, & laying of city streets |
Tarquin the Proud | Overthrown by Romans |
Roman Republic | leaders elected/appointed to represent the people |
Legion | Group of 6,000 soldiers that is mobile |
Small group within Legion | 60-120 men |
Gladium | Double-Edged sword used by Roman Soldier |
Pilium | Iron Spear used by Roman Soldier |
Roman Strength | Good at fighting & ruling |
Controlling a new region | Permanent Military Forts Built & roads made for transportation |
Roman Confederation | Full citizenship conferred on non-citizens |
Allies of Rome | Paid taxes, supplied soldiers, had freedom to run own affairs |
Rebellion against Rome | Deal with Harshly |