<span>The ancient city of Rome dominated most of Europe, Africa and the Middle East for centuries. Although it is tempting to ascribe Rome's success to its military power or economic might, the geography of the city created the conditions that enabled trade and military expansion. Without a few quirks of geography, Rome might have slipped into obscurity forever.</span>
Jefferson championed natural rights as the basis of all government. He believed that certain rights were God given and the government had no power to take them away.
