Roman History Flashcards

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Aeneas

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A great Trojan hero who fled with his followers to Italy after the Greeks destroyed Troy. He formed an alliance with local groups, married the daughter of the Latin King, and his descendants became rulers in Italy.

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Romulus and Remus

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Twin brothers and descendants of Aeneas. Rescued by a wolf as babies, they were later adopted by a shepherd. They decided to build a city, but Romulus killed Remus and named the city Rome.

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Republic

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A system where the people elect leaders to govern them.

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Dictators

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Rulers with almost absolute power who led Rome during difficult times of war, limited to six months in power.

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Magistrates

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Elected officials in Rome.

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Consuls

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The two most powerful magistrates elected each year to run the city and lead the army.

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Roman Senate

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A council of wealthy and powerful Romans that advised the city’s leaders, with Senators holding office for life.

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Veto

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Power given to the tribune to prohibit actions by other officials.

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Latin

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The language of Rome.

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Cincinnatus

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A famous Roman dictator who came to power in 458 BC, defeated an enemy, and returned to farming before his term ended.