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In ancient Rome the leaders or dictators had the goal in mind of taking over the world. The dictators had the goal in mind of keeping a strong and stable internal system, and a strong hold on their citizens. The dictators would have many laws to keep their people in line and to have them be able to reach the goals of Ancient Rome. Ancient Rome had a steady and stable development of a “ radical approach to citizenship, and from a policy of "defensive" (as they preferred to see it) wars that ultimately gained them more territory” (Emmons, Jim Tschen). From this the Roman dictators would have his citizens on their sides from the benefits the citizens received, they would be willing to charge into this “defensive” approach when causing war to gain more territory. The Roman leaders were able to dictate and rule over the Roman senate and put their legions into action to take other countries. The Roman Republic worked with this as well; this part of Rome was a republican government that was later toppled by dictators of the Roman Empire. The Roman Republic was built by the republican government that “ depended on the structure of society, rather than the law, to maintain its dominance.” (SPQR). The Roman Republic came to an end by the power of dictatorship taking over, starting with the first emperor, Augustus. From there these dictators ruled society and Ancient Rome became the Roman Empire.
 * Aim-Natalie Marcantonio **

Citations: Emmons, Jim Tschen. "Roman Republic." //World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras //. ABC-CLIO, 2013. Web. 22 Oct. 2013.

"Roman Republic." //Roman Republic //. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Oct. 2013.


 * Audience-Laura Faoro **

After the death of Julius Caesar, Rome fell into a state of internal conflict, one group eventually emerging triumphant-though the government system was to be changed thereafter. From a more citizen-run government in the past, it switched over to that of a dictatorship under the impression of having a powerful Senate still; “careful to portray himself and his government as the reconstitution of the old republic—a clever facade that attempted to conceal what in reality was an autocracy”(Emmons, Jim Tschen). For the most part, in the beginning the citizens were not aware of this at all, thinking that there was no single leader. However, due to this some of the more infamous leaders of Rome came into power. After the death of Nero, and without an heir, Rome once again descended into war, with four emperors emerging triumphant-yet they still allowed the Senate to have power and were believed to have ruled well, caring for their citizens. Once the fall of these people though, the new leader to take command turned the system to one run by the military power as a threat, weakening the Senate's power and allowing less freedom from the people. By the end of this reign internal conflicts broke out yet again, until Constantine rose to power, leading Rome into another era of relative peace while keeping the empire together; yet when his death came, the effects were shown soon after in the fall of the Empire. From this, it can be assumed that the citizens were torn this way and that, alternately fighting for which leader they wish for, living in peace when the government is stable, though having less of a voice as time goes on.

Sources: Sizgorich, Tom. "Roman Senate." World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras. ABC-CLIO, 2013. Web. 21 Oct. 2013. "Life in Rome, the Seat of Empire (Overview)." World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras. ABC-CLIO, 2013. Web. 21 Oct. 2013. Emmons, Jim Tschen. "Roman Empire." World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras. ABC-CLIO, 2013. Web. 21 Oct. 2013.


 * Cultural-Kyleigh Sacco **

There are several different areas of today’s American society that have been greatly influenced by Ancient Rome. One article states, “Creation of law, development of democratic government practices, influences in language, literature, art, infrastructure, and city-planning are all areas where the influences of Roman ideas can be seen” (“The Influence”). The range of things that are influenced by ancient Roman culture is absolutely stunning. The impact that Rome has had on today’s society is an integral part of how America works. Regarding this particular subject, one article states, “ It would be going too far to say that the founders of the United States modeled the new nation on either republican Rome or democratic Athens, but it is fair to say that such examples provided some precedent, perhaps even justification, for some of the decisions they made about (among other things) the separation of powers and political suffrage ”(Emmons). The impact of this influence on America today can be seen in most everything within the country. It is an ingrain part of the way society functions and how the governmental system works. All in all, Ancient Rome has had a very important effect on today’s culture. Without Ancient Rome, America today would not be the same.

Sour Emmons, Jim Tschen. "Classical Influence on the Founding Fathers: The Influence of Classical Literary, Philosophical, and Historical Heritage." World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras. ABC-CLIO, 2013. Web. 22 Oct. 2013. “The Influence of the Roman Empire”. danxner.com. Web. 22 October 2013

Historical-Lilly Stack~

 During Ancient Roman times they had various dictators. The first and most well known dictator of Ancient Rome was Julius Caesar. “[...] one of history's most famous assassinations, that of the Roman general and dictator Julius Caesar” (ABC-CLIO). Julius Caesar is associated to the fall of the Roman Republic. The fall of the Roman Republic happened in the year 27. People asked a bunch of questions after Julius Caesar’s death about how the republic ended. The death of him did nothing to help the republic to go back the way it was. After his death is adopted son, Octavian, took over his place and became the first emperor of Rome.

Sizgorich, Tom. "Julius Caesar." World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras.  ABC-CLIO, 2013. Web. 22 Oct. 2013.

"Caesar's Assassination: Key Question." World History: Ancient and Medieval Eras.  ABC-CLIO, 2013. Web. 22 Oct. 2013.