Chapter
The Early History of Rome: The City State
This episode discusses the early days of Rome, including its limited control over the surrounding areas and its conflicts with neighboring city-states. The focus is on the separation of men who will defend the city from the rest of the population.
Clips
The people of Rome fearfully prepare for a battle against an alien army from the north, with only young and old citizens left to defend the city as it only controls a small area around the city itself.
31:23 - 37:08 (05:44)
Summary
The people of Rome fearfully prepare for a battle against an alien army from the north, with only young and old citizens left to defend the city as it only controls a small area around the city itself. Rome had just recently defeated their arch enemy, a Truscan city, and at this time was only a prominent city in Italy.