1. Roman Empire

2. In the Beginning Overthrew Etruscans and formed a republic
Two social classes
Patricians
Plebeians
Plebeians wanted equal representation in government
Tribune: protect the interest of plebeians in government

3. More Money, More Problems
The Punic Wars
Series of conflicts fought between Rome and Carthage
Fought over land and trade rights
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Rome claimed victory and enslaved the people of Carthage
Julius Caesar
Powerful general
Conquered territory know as the Gaul
Unrest among the plebeians over resources
Military leaders and patricians feared Caesar
Assassinated in Roman Senate
Death brought an end to the Roman Republic and more civil wars

4. Julius Caesar…
What does it mean to cross the Rubicon? history/julius-caesar/videos/ancient-rome The great conspiracy against Julius Caesar NBQU The Fall of Rome history/julius-caesar/videos/the-fall-of- rome?m=528e394da93ae&s=undefined&f=1&free =false\

5. Question of the Day
Describe Julius Caesar’s role in Rome’s transition from a republic to empire