In this episode of The Roman Saga: Kingdom, Republic and Empire, we journey deep into the myth and mystery of Romulus, the legendary founder and first king of Rome. From divine parentage and a miraculous survival to fratricide and nation-building, Romulus's story is a dramatic tale of ambition, rivalry, and the violent birth of one of history’s greatest civilizations.

Discover how twin brothers — Romulus and Remus — born of a Vestal Virgin and the god Mars, were cast into the Tiber River, only to be saved by fate and famously nurtured by a she-wolf beneath the Palatine Hill. We explore the ancient symbolism behind this myth and the real historical debates surrounding it.

As Romulus rises to power, tensions with his brother erupt in a deadly conflict that seals the foundation of Rome — built not with peace, but with blood. We delve into the details of Rome's early political structure, the formation of the Senate, and Romulus’s controversial act: the abduction of the Sabine women, a myth that later Romans interpreted as both violent and unifying.

Was Romulus a visionary founder or a ruthless ruler? How did his reign end — divine ascension or political assassination? And what does his legacy tell us about the Roman identity?

Tune in to this gripping narrative episode where legend, history, and analysis come together to uncover the truth behind Rome’s first and most iconic king.