The Romanians are a modern nation that emerged in Eastern Europe in the 19th century. They are descended from the ancient Dacians, who were conquered by the Romans in the 1st century AD. The Romanians adopted the Latin language and culture of the Romans, but they also developed their own unique identity.
Today, the Romans and the Romanians are two distinct peoples with different cultures and histories. However, they share a common heritage as descendants of the ancient Roman civilization.