Early Western Civilization-01

 Livy viewed the early Roman Republic as an age of remarkable virtue which had led to the expansion and flourishing of Rome. What do you believe would be his analysis or diagnosis of the decline of the Roman Republic and the establishment of the Empire? Be sure to cite specific figures and events from the lectures. Compose an essay response to the above prompt. Your response should be at least 300 words. Short paper topics are framed to incorporate lecture material. In order to respond adequately, please be sure to view the relevant lectures before you compose your response.