when Romulus and Remus, twin brothers

Rome's story begins in 753 BC, when Romulus and Remus, twin brothers raised by a she-wolf, founded the city on the Palatine Hill. From these humble beginnings, Rome grew into a powerful republic by 509 BC, known for its Senate and fierce military. The Punic Wars against Carthage marked a turning point, expanding Rome's territory and influence across the Mediterranean.