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Death of Romulus, founder of Rome
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Death of Romulus, founder of Rome
The death of Romulus, founder of Rome
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Founder Hero Heroic Mourning Mythology Romulus Myth
The Death of Romulus - A Heroic End to the Founding of Rome
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This evocative image captures the poignant moment in ancient Roman history when Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome, met his untimely end. The scene unfolds on a rocky, barren landscape, with the city of Rome in the distance, its seven hills rising majestically in the background. Romulus, dressed in the regal attire of a Roman warrior-king, lies lifeless on the ground, his body surrounded by mourning soldiers. The expression on their faces conveys a deep sense of loss and disbelief. According to the Roman mythology, Romulus and his twin brother Remus founded Rome in 753 BC. However, their reign was not without conflict. One day, a dispute arose between the two brothers over who would be the rightful ruler of the new city. In a fit of rage, Romulus killed Remus, and in the aftermath, he was pursued by a band of his own soldiers who sought to avenge their fallen comrade. Romulus, believing that the gods had abandoned him, sought refuge on the Palatine Hill. However, the soldiers soon tracked him down and, in a tragic turn of events, Romulus was killed in the ensuing battle. This print, from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a haunting and evocative depiction of this pivotal moment in Roman history. The image invites us to reflect on the heroic, yet ultimately tragic, life of Romulus and the profound impact he had on the founding of one of the world's greatest civilizations. The print serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of mythology and the complex and often contradictory nature of heroic leadership.
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