World History: Rome Becomes an Empire Lesson

In this full World History lesson, students explore how Rome transitioned from a republic to an empire. Learn how Julius Caesar’s rise and assassination, followed by the rule of Octavian Augustus and other emperors, ushered in a new era of centralized power and the Pax Romana.

We’ll compare the structure and leadership of the Roman Republic and Roman Empire, and evaluate Rome’s cultural contributions in law, language, architecture, and government—influences that still resonate today.

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World History: The Roman Empire Overview (YouTube)

World History: The Roman Empire Overview Lesson (Rumble)

🧠 Topics Covered:

Weaknesses and collapse of the Republic

Julius Caesar: rise, dictatorship, reforms, and assassination

Second Triumvirate: Octavian, Mark Antony, and Lepidus

Augustus’ reign and the start of the Roman Empire

Accomplishments of emperors like Vespasian, Trajan, and Marcus Aurelius

The Pax Romana: peak power, common coinage, roads, and Roman culture

Social inequality and bread-and-circus policies

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🎯 Lesson Objective:
Students will compare the government and leadership of the Roman Republic and Empire, and explain Rome’s lasting contributions to global culture.

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