Why don't we know exactly how Rome was founded?

The ideas of led to the founding of the democratic party.

The stamp act: was passed by parliament in 1776 caused the boston massacre was the first direct tax levied by england on the colonists sparked protest in the colonies

I'd be super appreciative if someone could me out here! discuss the the following question: how influential were the three philosophers? why? (the three philosophers are locke, hobbes, and montesquieu)