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Mars and Rhea Silvia: The Divine Union That Founded Rome

May 22, 2026April 26, 2026 by Theo Mercer

Amulius forced Rhea Silvia into the Vestal order to prevent her from producing heirs. She produced Romulus and Remus. Their father was Mars.

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