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How did Tarquinius become the King of Rome?

  • By force

  • Through his wife's influence

  • Through inheritance

  • By the will of King Ancus Marcius

Answer

The Roman King Ancus Marcius died without a male heir, and in his will, he named his daughter's husband, Tarquinius, as his successor. Tarquinius became King Tarquinius Priscus and reigned for 45 years. He was a successful ruler and expanded the Roman territory, building roads and aqueducts.
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