Visual Guide to Ancient Roman Gods & Heroes (Image Gallery) p. 19

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by Arienne King
published on 17 September 2020

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Romulus & Remus

by Mark Cartwright
published on 03 October 2013

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According to Rome's most popular foundation myth, Romulus & Remus founded the city in 753 BCE. The twin brothers were the sons of Mars and the mortal woman Rhea Silvia. After being separated from their mother, they were suckled by a she-wolf. The she-wolf and the twins became common motifs in Roman art. Pictured: Etruscan Bronze sculpture. 5th century BCE, figures added in the 15th century CE. (Capitoline Museums, Rome)

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