753-716 BC - Rule of Romulus

715-674 BC - Reign of Numa Pompilius

673-642 BC - Reign of Tullius Hostilius. Destruction of Alba Longa.

642-617 BC - Reign of Ancus Marcius. Extension of Rome's power to the coast.

616-579 BC - Reign of L. Tarquinius Priscus. Forum drained.

578-535 BC - Reign of Servius Tullius. Treaty with Latins.

535-510 BC - Reign of L. Tarquinius Superbus. Erection of the Capitoline Temple. Treaty with Gabii. Roman territory extended to ca. 350 square miles.

510 BC - Downfall of the last Tarquinian king, Tarquinius Superbus. Brutus liberates Rome. Establishment of a republic headed by two magistrates (later called consuls) elected annually.