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Servius Tullius

Type Figure Region Rome Time c. -578–-535 Also known as Sixth King of Rome

Servius Tullius was the sixth king of Rome in the regal period, reigning c. 578–535 BCE;…

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  1. c. -600–-578Rome · RomeAccording to tradition Servius was the son of a slave woman, later adopted by Tarquinius Priscus. After Priscus was assassinated in 579 BCE, he acceded with the support of Tanaquil, becoming the sixth king of Rome.
  2. -578–-550Rome · RomeServius introduced reforms dividing citizens into five property classes, expanded the political participation of plebeians, divided the city of Rome into four tribes while admitting residents of neighboring areas, and carried out the first census, laying the foundation for later Roman military obligations and political structure.
  3. c. -560–-540Rome · RomeDuring his reign Servius built the Servian Wall, extending the city of Rome to encompass the seven hills, and erected temples and public buildings, giving initial shape to Rome's defenses and religious centers.
  4. -535Rome · RomeServius was murdered in a conspiracy by his daughter Tullia and his son-in-law Tarquinius Superbus, after which the regal period entered the rule of its final tyrant, ultimately overthrown in 509 BCE and replaced by a republic.

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