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How did Remus and Romulus become the founders of Rome?

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In Roman mythology, Romulus and his twin brother Remus were the founders of the city of Rome. ... of Rhea Silvia and Mars (or in some variations the demi-god hero Hercules) and their story is recorded by many authors including Virgil who claims their birth and adventures were fated in order for Rome to be founded. read more

With Remus dead, Romulus became the unchallenged ruler of the new city, which he named Roma after himself. He established the Palatine Hill as the centre of his new settlement and fortified it. First he sacrificed to the gods — his religion, naturally, was the Latin religion of Alba Longa. read more

Romulus and Remus were born in Alba Longa, one of the ancient Latin cities near the future site of Rome. Their mother, Rhea Silvia was a vestal virgin and the daughter of the former king, Numitor, who had been displaced by his brother Amulius. read more

Rome: Romulus and Remus Overview of the founding of Rome, including a discussion of Romulus and Remus. Contunico © ZDF Enterprises GmbH, Mainz Numitor had been deposed by his younger brother Amulius, who forced Rhea to become one of the Vestal Virgins (and thereby vow chastity) in order to prevent her from giving birth to potential claimants to the throne. read more

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