After the Romans rebelled against the Etruscan kings around 509 BCE, they established the Roman Republic, marking a significant shift from monarchy to a system of elected representatives. The last king, Tarquin the Proud, was overthrown, and the Romans implemented a government with consuls, the Senate, and various assemblies. This transition laid the foundation for Rome's expansion and influence throughout the Mediterranean, leading to a series of military conquests and political developments that would shape Western civilization. The rebellion also sparked ongoing tensions between patricians and plebeians, further defining Roman social and political structures.
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