ROM Lecture 1The humble beginnings of Rome as illustrated by this funky map.
Two major events: the Gallic Invasion of 390 BC and the Second Punic War of 218-202 BC, as mapped on this page.
After the Second Punic War, the empire kept a-growin, as shown in this awesome map.
Link to a snappy lecture outline and more spiffy maps for your viewing pleasure. | 