Roman Republic Government - Structure and Roles

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What was the Roman Republic?

The Roman Republic was a period in ancient Roman history where Rome was governed by elected officials and a system of checks and balances.


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The Roman Republic began in 509 BC, following the overthrow of the last Roman king. It was characterized by a complex constitution and elected positions like consuls and senators, aimed at preventing any single person from gaining too much power.