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GCSE Classics · key term
The town founded by Aeneas in Italy and named after his wife, Lavinia.
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Paper 1
Revise: RomeThe Trojans built Lavinium, named after her, and finally gained a permanent settlement. Aeneas’ achievement is thus not simply military survival: he secures a home through leadership, diplomacy and family ties.
Distinguish the founders: Aeneas founded Lavinium, Ascanius founded Alba Longa, and Romulus founded Rome.
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