The Seven Kings of Ancient Rome

Rome was not always the "Roman Republic". It first started by having Kings rule. This lasted for 243 years, within which seven kings ruled.
1. The first King was Romulus. He was the founder of Rome and expanded it to the Capitoline, Aventine, Caelian, and Quirinal hills. He ruled from 753-715 BC.

2. The second king was Numa Pompilius. He had a peaceful reign and did not do anything noteworthy. He ruled from 715-673 BC.

3. The third king was Tullius Hositilius. He was responsible for the destruction of Alba Longa. When he overtook Alba Longa, he made the occupants move to Rome. He ruled from 673-642 BC.

4. The fourth king was Ancus Marcius. He expanded the city across the Tiber River and founded Ostia on the other side. He ruled from 642-617 BC. 

5. The fifth king of Rome was Tarquinius Priscus. He built the first sewer system. He also laid out the Circus Maximus, but it was not finished until the king after him. He also began a temple to Jupiter on the Capitoline Hill. He ruled from 617- 579 BC. 

6. The sixth king of Rome was Servius Tullius. He divided people into seperate tribes and also into classes. He also built a wall around the city that had nineteen gates. He ruled from 579-535 BC. 

7. The seventh king of Rome was Tarquinius Superbus. He expanded the city to the neighboring colonies. He irritated the people he ruled and was soon exiled. He ruled from 534-510 BC. 

After these seven kings had ruled, Rome decided to become a republic and let the people rule themselves with senators.