An introduction • A Trojan Prince who fled to Italy after the fall of Troy • Founded the city of Alba Longa (Rome) • Symbol of devotion to family and country
• The life of Aeneas is written
in Latin epic poem by the Ancient Roman poet Virgil. • Legendary founders of Rome • Sons of Rhea Silvia and Roman God of War: Mars • born in the city of Alba Longa • Abandoned when they were infants and a she-wolf took care of them • Romulus killed his brother Remus over dispute • Romulus is credited with construction and founding of Rome. It is heavily influenced by Greek It has longer history and wider cultural Mythology. However, Roman mythology influence. Their mythology has had a tends to be more focused on practical lasting impact on Western Culture. They matters, such as organization of society deal with more abstract concepts and and the virtues. ideas. He is the counterpart of Zeus. He is Powerful and wise leader of associated with the idea of Justice and the Greek gods. Roman State. Goddess of Protector of Protector of the state craft and Women wisdon