The empire lacked a written constitution with enumerated rights ... The standard story that the Roman republic ended with Caesar Augustus becoming emperor is therefore simply wrong, says Kaldellis.

Each week in the coming months, we will present their findings and arguments to you as we rediscover the Constitution.

This is a Short History of the Roman Republic. Written by Kate Simants. With thanks to Dr. David Gwynn, Professor of Roman History at Royal Holloway University.