The Vast Roman Empire
Spanning across continents, the Roman Empire was one of the largest empires of the ancient world. Founded in 27 B.C. and lasting until 476 A.D., it greatly influenced Western culture, law, government, and more.
Fun Fact 🐸: Roman Frogs
The Romans believed that frogs were a symbol of good luck and prosperity. They even associated them with Venus, the goddess of love and beauty!
Key Contributions
Romans have contributed extensively to architecture, creating magnificent structures like the Colosseum and the Pantheon. They also excelled in engineering with the creation of aqueducts and paved roads.
Influence on Modern Society
The legal systems, languages (like Latin), and some aspects of modern culture are still influenced by Roman achievements. The Roman alphabet is the basis of the alphabet used in many languages today.