The Roman Empire
The Roman Empire was a powerful ancient civilization that existed from 27 BC to AD 476 in the West and continued in the East as the Byzantine Empire until 1453. It started with the unification of Rome and expanded to control large areas of Europe, North Africa, and parts of the Middle East. Known for its advanced engineering, law, and governance, the empire influenced many aspects of modern society. Key achievements include the construction of roads, aqueducts, and monumental architecture like the Colosseum. Its fall marked the end of classical antiquity and led to the beginning of the Middle Ages in Europe.
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The Roman Empire was a powerful ancient civilization that dominated much of Europe, North Africa, and parts of the Middle East from around 27 BC to 476 AD. It began when Julius Caesar’s adopted heir, Augustus, became the first emperor. The Empire is known for its advances in law, architecture, and governance, as well as its network of roads and aqueducts. Latin, the language of the Romans, influenced many languages today. The Empire eventually split into Eastern and Western parts, with the Western Empire falling in 476 AD, marking the end of ancient Rome and the beginning of the Middle Ages.