MessageToEagle.com – April 21, 753 BC, is a mythological date when Rome is founded by Romulus, one of the twin brothers.
In Roman mythology, Romulus and his twin brother Remus were the children of Rhea Silvia and Mars (or in some variations the demi-god hero Hercules).
Romulus and Remus are best known for being the founders of the city of Rome. Their story has been recorded by many authors including, an ancient Roman poet of the Augustan period, Virgil, who claims their birth and adventures were fated in order for Rome to be founded.
The story goes that Romulus and Remus were left to die, but they were saved by a she wolf who kept them alive. They were discovered and cared for by a shepherd and his wife: Faustulus and Acca Larentia.
When Romulus and Remus became adults, they decided to found their own city and each set out to find the best locale. One day, the two brothers quarreled over where the site should be and Remus was killed by his brother.
This left Romulus the sole founder of the new city and he gave his name to it – Rome. Remus’ death and founding of Rome are dated by Livy to April 21st, 753 BC.
This story is only an ancient legend, which gives the impression that Rome was created very quickly.
However, the truth was completely different.
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