With their expertise in engineering, architecture, law, politics, and their establishment of justice, the Romans extremely influenced modern society.
Rome conquered Greece and adopted many of the innovations and ideas of ancient Greek culture. The government, which was established, was stable and long-lasting, which added to the legacy that Rome passed down to future generations. With their expertise in engineering, architecture, law, politics, and their establishment of justice, the Romans extremely influenced modern society. Their language is the root of many of the languages spoken today. The Latin alphabet is also the foundation for all alphabet systems in the Western hemisphere. Romans believed in gods and goddesses and built temples to honor them. Romans also spent time at baths, took part in public events, watched gladiator games, and enjoyed the circus races. From the Roman civilization, many modern-day sports such as car races and field events stem from. Of all the civilizations of the ancient world, the Etruscans never surpassed the Romans in engineering, philosophy, art, literature, or drama. They were a warlike people who were governed first by kings and then by elected officials. Due to many revolts by lower-class citizens, the Roman Civil War broke out. With many devastating losses, Rome turned into an empire with all of the provinces being governed by the emperor. Rome's system of roads and currency was borrowed from the ancient Greeks. The contribution that stands out the most is the Romans' establishment of the 12 tables, which has become the foundation for many modern legal systems.