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The Roman Empire was created in 27 BC, while Rome was founded in 753 BC. Until 395 AD, the Empire governed Europe and parts of North Africa. Italy was split into distinct nations following the fall of the Empire until 1861. Festa della Repubblica, Italy's national day, is observed on June 2nd each year.