Hi Barb,
This translation project is based on the Roman historian Titus Livius' account of the episode in his history of the Roman people, titled, "From the Founding of the City" (of Rome) - "Ab Urbe Condita," in Latin. Shakespeare read Livy as well as the Roman poet Ovid (who also wrote about the Rape of Lucretia), and quite possibly other sources as well, for his poem, The Rape of Lucrece.
As to whether it is a true story or not, it is probably closer to legend than to historical fact, a bit like our King Arthur. It's the story the Romans told to explain how Rome became a Republic.
Here's some info about Livy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Livy
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Hello, David. Thank you for your explanation. Ok I see and understand. It would be so fascinating if we could find out if they were true or not. That would be exciting if archeologists could ever find artifacts and writings to prove them as truths or not. Have a great week ahead. !BBH !CTP