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Yes, the Romans had many myths about their origins. One of the most famous is the myth of Romulus and Remus.

In the city of Alba Longa, the king had a daughter named Rhea Silvia. The king's brother usurped the kingdom and imprisoned Rhea Silvia to prevent unwanted heirs. However, Rhea Silvia was impregnated by Mars and two twins were born, Romulus and Remus. The babies put in a basket and sent down the Tiber River. Their cries were heard by a wolf who had recently lost her cubs. She suckled the babies and they survived. The babies were found by a shepherd named Fastula and raised by him.

When the twins had grown, they discovered their true origins and returned to Alba Longa and restored their grandfather to his thrown. Then they went on to found their own city, Rome (named after Romulus).

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