Romulus and remus

Discover the fascinating tale of Romulus and Remus, the twin brothers who founded the ancient city of Rome. Explore their epic journey and learn about the origins of one of the greatest civilizations in history.
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According to mythology, the twin brothers Romulus and Remus were fathered by Mars, the god of war, but cast into the Tiber River after birth in 771 BC. They were rescued and suckled by a she-wolf, fed by a woodpecker and raised by a shepherd. In 753 BC, they quarreled and Remus was killed. Romulus […]

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Kathleen Guy
A painting of Romulus and Remus as adults and near the end of the foundation myth, as Romulus begins to draw his sword to strike down his brother in order to become the ruler of Rome. As Roma, Romulus Fc, Mythology, Roman, Roman Mythology, Roman Gods, Ancient Romans, Ancient Rome, Roman Kings

The best pictures of Romulus and Remus illustrate the passionate nature of the twin brothers who founded Rome. The first picture shows Romulus hurling a spear at Remus which kills him. Romulus kills Remus by Severino Baraldi The second picture shows Romulus about to kill Remus after their quarrel while overseeing the foundations of Rome. […]

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Cari Bean
A modern interpretation of the babies Romulus and Remus and their adoptive wolf mother. Mythology, Art, Rome, Romulus Fc, Romulus And Remus, Romulus, Remus, Myths, Ancient Romans

Hello all! Spring break is over, and I've just had an 8-week Science Fiction Literature class begin. I'm really excited for it, and it gives me the perfect lead-in for this reference! My best friend is a Trekkie, so I feel obligated to put in a Romulan joke for this post. As a fun side fact, a race called the Remans also exists in the Star Trek universe. Much like the Romulans, they share a gene with the Vulcans. Alright, sci-fi geekery aside, let's turn to mythology! I talked briefly about…

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Brendan Reeder
Romulus and Remus being found by a she wolf after thier uncle the king kidnapped them from their mother in the temple. Roman, Art, Romans, History, Romulus Fc, Romulus And Remus, Romulus, Remus, Historical Pictures

The best pictures of Romulus and Remus illustrate the passionate nature of the twin brothers who founded Rome. The first picture shows Romulus hurling a spear at Remus which kills him. Romulus kills Remus by Severino Baraldi The second picture shows Romulus about to kill Remus after their quarrel while overseeing the foundations of Rome. […]

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Brendan Reeder