Republic to Empire Narrative

Rome's transition from a republic to an empire was of slow progression. To begin, the Twelve Tables laid out the foundation for laws and propriety. It reduced crime and created order in society through strict punishments. However, tensions arise between the patricians and plebeians. A tribune named Tiberius, who proposed land distributions was murdered by other members of the senate while attempting to initiate reforms for the lower class. The Roman Empire expanded along with the construction of roads which would facilitate the transportation of people, arms, and trade. Conflict between the patricians and plebeians increase further leading to Civil War of Marius and Sulla. Julius Caesar was assassinated by the Senate while Augustus comes to power effectively as a monarch. At this point, the transition from republic to empire was complete and the monarchy remained in power from then on.