Witness the remarkable rise—and fall—of the Roman Empire with our Viking Resident Historian, Charles Doherty. Before it was an empire, Rome was a kingdom that would transform into a republic, and throughout its remarkable history, Rome was heavily influenced by Greek culture. Through the adoption of many Grecian traditions, unparalleled military might, and a unique form of governance, Rome rose to be a world power whose influence can still be felt throughout the Western world today.