My Favorite Lie about Rome

The transcript discusses the reigns of Romulus and Numa, highlighting their differences in religious practices. It then covers Angus Martius' expansion of Rome's territory to Austia after defeating the Latins. Finally, it explores the historical trope of Rome's accidental empire-building through self-defense, as described by Roman historians.

In what ways did Rome's empire expand over time?

What does the phrase 'created that empire entirely through self-defense' imply about Rome's expansion?