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As the tide of popularity turns against Lucius Tarquinius Superbus, what will he do? And how will the Romans respond? Drs R and G return with a consideration of the last king of Rome. Follow the action as the decline of Superbus sets in. The post Episode 44 – Lucius Tarquinius Superbus – The Decline appeared first on The Partial Historians - Ancient Roman History with smart ladies .

Can a king really be brought low by the actions of his relatives? The story of Lucretia offers some clues. Join Drs R and G for the second part of the life and times of the final king of Rome, Lucius Tarquinius Superbus. The post Episode 43 – Lucius Tarquinius Superbus – The Lucretia Chronicle appeared first on The Partial Historians - Ancient Roman History with smart ladies .

The reign of Roman kings is nearly over, but what a way to go out! In this episode, the Doctors explore the early years of Superbus' rule, and you'll never guess which peoples he decides to wage war against! As is fitting for the last king of Rome, we are taking our time to ensure we cover all the particulars since there are plenty of reasons why the Romans decided they were not so interested in k...

Oh, Servius Tullius. A king whose destiny is foreshadowed! A king who rises from obscurity to greatness! The Doctors tackle the sixth Roman king, the drama of his life and rule, and the expansion of Roman organisational systems that are attributed to him. The post Episode 41 – Servius Tullius appeared first on The Partial Historians - Ancient Roman History with smart ladies .

Join your favourite debonair scholars as they explore the rule of Lucius Tarquinius Priscus, a man of such charisma, and favourable signs from the gods, who wooed Rome from the moment he entered the city! The post Episode 40 – Lucius Tarquinius Priscus appeared first on The Partial Historians - Ancient Roman History with smart ladies .

In the wake of violence, and after an appropriate period of an interrex, Ancus Marcius is selected as the king to follow on from Tullus Hostilius. Listen to the dulcet tones of the Doctors' voices as they explore the life, reign, and interesting developments *sometimes* attributed to this ruler. The post Episode 39 – Ancus Marcius appeared first on The Partial Historians - Ancient Roman Hist...

Who is Tullus Hostilius? While no where near as famous as his predecessors, Tullus Hostilius is a significant figure in the Roman historiographical tradition. And yes, he was a king of Rome. Herein: violence, controversy, and a tale of two sets of triplets! The post Episode 38 – Tullus Hostilius appeared first on The Partial Historians - Ancient Roman History with smart ladies .

Numa Pompilius is to laws as Romulus and Remus are to violence ... Following in the wake of the violent founding of Rome, a king is chosen for his steady character, disinterest in being a leader, and Sabine heritage. Numa Pompilius, the second monarch recognised from the founding, famously secured the favour of the divine Egeria to guide the City. The post Episode 37 – Numa Pompilius appeare...

The enigmatic brothers, Romulus and Remus. You can't start an exploration of Rome from it's founding without considering this infamous tale of fratricide. It's a founding mixed with equal parts teenage rebellion, revenge, and violence: it's the beginning of Rome! The post Episode 36 – Romulus and Remus appeared first on The Partial Historians - Ancient Roman History with smart ladies .