Who founded Rome?
Romulus and Remus
What were the Twelve Tables?
the legislation that stood at the foundation of Roman law; stated the rights and duties of the Roman citizen
5 basic principles (Roman laws)
All people are equal,
The accused can face accusers and defend against the accusation,
Decisions based on fairness,
Innocent until proven guilty,
Guilt must be clearly established before consequences
Law of nations
system of laws that are applied to all people under Roman rule
Legacy
laws, literature, art/structure, language, architecture and engineering
Tribune Members who were killed by Senate trying to help plebeians
Gracchus Brothers