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Explore the transformation of Rome from a republic to an empire, marked by civil wars, powerful leaders like Julius Caesar, and Octavian's rise as Augustus. Discover Roman engineering marvels and architectural feats that shaped the empire's legacy.
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Roman Empire Classical Civilizations
Rome Becomes and Empire • growing gap between rich and poor started the process
Rome Becomes and Empire • growing gap between rich and poor started the process • civil war lead to powerful military generals coming to power
Rome Becomes and Empire • Julius Caesar become dictator-for-life in 44 B.C.
Rome Becomes and Empire • Julius Caesar become dictator-for-life in 44 B.C. • assassinated - March 15, 44 B.C. • Ides of March
Rome Becomes and Empire? • 27 B.C. - Octavian, Caesar’s 18 year-old grand nephew and adopted son comes to power
Rome Becomes and Empire? • 27 B.C. - Octavian, Caesar’s 18 year-old grand nephew and adopted son comes to power • defeats rivals: • Mark Antony and Cleopatra
Rome Becomes and Empire? • 27 B.C. - Octavian, Caesar’s 18 year-old grand nephew and adopted son comes to power • defeats rivals: • Mark Antony and Cleopatra • Battle of Actium in Greece (31 B.C.E.)
Rome Becomes and Empire? • 27 B.C. - Octavian, Caesar’s 18 year-old grand nephew and adopted son comes to power • defeats rivals: • Mark Antony and Cleopatra • Battle of Actium in Greece (31 B.C.E.) • Octavian becomes Augustus (“exalted one”) and ruled as imperator (“supreme military commander”) from which the term emperor is derived
Roman Engineering and Architecture • master builders of • roads
Roman Engineering and Architecture • master builders of • roads • bridges
Roman Engineering and Architecture • master builders of • roads • bridges • harbors
Roman Engineering and Architecture • master builders of • roads • bridges • harbors • aqueducts
Roman Engineering and Architecture • master builders of • roads • bridges • harbors • aqueducts • architecture combines both Greek and Roman elements
Roman Engineering and Architecture • master builders of • roads • bridges • harbors • aqueducts • architecture combines both Greek and Roman elements • improved on the arch and dome
Hadrian Builds the Pantheon • designed to honor the Roman gods • a public and sacred place • monumental dome reflect Rome’s technological achievements • symbolizes Hadrian’s authority as emperor