What led up to the creation of the Roman Empire?

There are many different reasons the Republic collapsed and the Empire was formed, all of which are necessary but none are sufficient on their own. 1. read more

The Roman Republic became a de facto empire when all political authority was concentrated into the hands of a single executive appointed for life. Accordingly, some historians consider Julius Caesar the first Roman Emperor, most think it was Augustus Caesar. read more

Historians make a confusing use of the term Roman Empire. On the one hand they use it to refer to the territories which Rome conquered. On the other hand they use it to refer to the period of rule by emperors which followed the period of the Roman Republic. read more

In Rome only male citizens could vote and only wealthy citizens could serve.-In the United States anyone can vote or serve.-Written laws codes exist on both government.-Roman women were not allowed to participate in politics, in United stated women are allowed. read more