After the mysterious death of its first king Romulus, the throne of Rome was empty and without a designated successor. How did the Romans face this situation and how did they select a new ruler in Numa Pompilus?
Ancient Rome was obviously not a safe place for handicapped children. Romulus, the mythical first king did his best to save them from death.
The death of Romulus, the mythical founder of Rome is far from clear. The authors agree that he did not die of natural causes, but disagree on actual events.
The Roman historians agree that the origins of the Roman senate go way behind the establishment of the republic. Romulus, the founder of the city, is usually attributed with the act of its establishment.
You will often hear stories about the legendary seven kings of Rome, from Romulus, to Tarquinius Superbus. In that well-established list, one name tends to be missing. The name is “Titus Tatius”.