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Cato the Elder and the Roman Spirit: Discipline, Duty, and the Fall of Carthage
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Cato the Elder is a fascinating figure in Roman history, embodying the traditional Roman virtues of discipline, frugality, and loyalty to the Republic.
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The Daily Bread of Rome: The Apple of Discord Between Romans and the Bakers
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Bread was an essential part of the Roman diet, especially for the lower classes. It wasn’t just a staple but also reflected social status and culture, varying in type and quality depending on the person’s wealth and occupation.
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Sallust: Details on the Historian of Roman Elite and the Republic’s Decline
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Sallust, one of Rome’s earliest and most profound historians, offers an intense and critical perspective on the decline of the Roman Republic.
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We Researched the Roman Empire‘s Presence in the Orient: Here is What we Found
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The Roman Empire left a notable architectural and cultural footprint in the East, where Roman monuments, cities, and even temples still stand as remnants of its reach.
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Guarding the Word: Speech, Censorship, and Power in Ancient Rome
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How were the Republic and the Empire treating freedom of speech? How did the emperors censor perceived threats?
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Herodes Atticus: A Bridge Between Greek Heritage and Roman Power
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Herodes Atticus is a fascinating figure, especially in the context of his relationship with the Roman Empire. A Greek aristocrat from Marathon, Herodes was born into immense wealth and became one of the most prominent benefactors in the Roman Empire during the second century AD.
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Roman Concrete: Stronger, Self-healing, and Built to Last Forever
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Roman concrete, often admired for its longevity and resilience, was revolutionary due to its unique blend of materials and its remarkable ability to withstand environmental stress over centuries.
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How did Romans Flood the Colosseum for Naval Battles in the Arena?
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Were naumachiae actually held in the Colosseum? How did the Romans flood the arena to stage a naval battle?
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The Gemonian Stairs: Rome's Spot of Mourning and Execution
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The Gemonian Stairs became synonymous to death and humiliation for the Roman Empire's enemies and criminals.
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Villa Jovis: The Secret Lair for the Dark Pleasures of an Old Emperor
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A luxurious villa in Capri is said to be the place where an emperor spent the last ten years of his reign, involved in sexual activities that would satisfy his disturbed imagination
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How did Romans Go to the Toilet and Use Urine in Ways we Cannot Imagine Today
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How did the Romans go about… number one and number two, and how did they utilize their human waste?
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Caesarion: Was the Last Pharaoh, the Son of Julius Caesar?
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Caesarion was born in 47 BCE, and his mother Cleopatra claimed that he was Julius Caesar's son.
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Was Commodus Truly the Megalomaniac Gladiator Emperor?
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Commodus was largely seen as capricious, self-indulgent, and more interested in personal pleasures than in governing the empire.
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Agrippina the Younger: The First Empress of Rome, in a Male Dominant Society
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Agrippina the Younger, born in 15 AD, was a prominent and controversial figure in Roman history.
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The Insulae: The Apartment Buildings of Ancient Romans
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The insulae of the Roman Empire are a fascinating reflection of Roman architectural innovation and urban planning.
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Maximinus Thrax: How did a Barbarian Giant, Become Emperor?
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Maximinus Thrax, also known as Maximinus I, was a Roman emperor who reigned from 235 to 238 CE, marking the beginning of the Crisis of the Third Century.
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Cicero: Orator, Statesman & Unintended Historian of the Roman Republic
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Marcus Tullius Cicero (106–43 BCE) was widely regarded as one of Rome's greatest public speakers and prose stylists. His contributions span politics, law, philosophy, and literature, making him a key figure in Roman intellectual history.
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Pompey the Great: The Partner and Rival of Julius Caesar
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Pompey the Great, or Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, was one of the most prominent Roman military and political leaders during the late Roman Republic.
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The Marvels of Ancient Roman Aqueducts: Engineering Mastery That Stood the Test of Time
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Ancient Roman aqueducts stand as towering symbols of Rome's advanced engineering and architectural prowess.
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Was Divide and Conquer a Julius Caesar Invention, or Not?
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Julius Caesar knew how to eliminate enemies and how to "read" military intelligence, two of his most important traits.
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The Chains of the Empire: Slavery in Roman Society
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Slavery in the Roman Empire was a complex institution deeply embedded in the social, economic, and political systems of the ancient world.
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From Octavian to Augustus: The Making of Rome’s First Emperor
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Augustus, the first emperor of Rome, was the most successful ruler of the Roman Empire.
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Trajan’s Bridge: World’s First to Surpass 1km, 2,000+ Years Ago
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Trajan's Bridge, also called Bridge of Apollodorus over the Danube, was a Roman segmental arch bridge, the first bridge to be built over the lower Danube and considered one of the greatest achievements in Roman architecture.
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Monte Testaccio: A Roman Hill Entirely Made Of Amphorae Fragments
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Monte Testaccio, is one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in the city of Rome, totally artificial, composed of pieces of broken jars.
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Is Zuckerberg a Roman Empire Nerd, or Augustus’ Descendant?
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Mark Zuckerberg’s fascination with the Roman Empire, from wearing Latin slogans like “Aut Zuck Aut Nihil” to references to Augustus, is more than just symbolic. Could his obsession hint at a deeper connection to the ancient ruler himself?
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Asarotos Oikos mosaic: The uswept floor of the Roman elite
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The "asarotos oikos", a peculiar and captivating form of art that intrigued the elite and showcased the heights of artistic innovation.
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Titus Livy: The Story of the Roman Celebrity Historian
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Titus Livius, commonly known as Livy, was a Roman historian famous for his work Ab Urbe Condita ("From the Founding of the City"), a monumental history of Rome that spanned from its legendary founding in 753 BC to Livy's contemporary period in AD 9.
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Testudo: The Military Formation that Lasted from Ancient Rome to Today
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The testudo was a type of shield wall formation, commonly used by the Roman legions during battles.
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The Unknown Lucullus: Far more than just Lucullan Meals
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Lucius Licinius Lucullus was a prominent Roman general, statesman, and politician, best known for his luxurious lifestyle and lavish feasts, which became almost legendary in Roman culture.
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Polybius: The Greek True Admirer, of the Roman Empire
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Although Greek, Polybius is best known for his work The Histories, which covers the rise of the Roman Republic and its domination over the Mediterranean world, particularly focusing on the period between 264 and 146 BCE.
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Born in the Purple: Τhe Ιmperial Color of the Roman Empire
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Purple, in the context of the Roman Empire, was not merely a color; it was a symbol of power, nobility, and divine sanction.
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The Food Culture of Ancient Rome: What did the Different Social Classes Eat?
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The everyday diet of the ancient Mediterranean has been relatively understudied, particularly the cultural importance of various foods in the Greek and Roman worlds.
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Galerias Romanas: The Roman Galleries in Lisbon, Portugal
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The Galerias Romanas, or Roman Galleries in Lisbon are occasionally pumped out and opened to the public for limited viewings, typically twice a year.
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The Phenomenal Roman Bridges: Connecting Past with Present
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How do some Roman bridges still stand today? What was it that made Roman engineering so unique?
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Constantine’s Arch Damaged by Lightning: Are Monuments Ready for Climate Change?
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The Arch of Constantine was damaged by a lightning strike, raising concerns about how well ancient monuments are prepared for climate disasters.
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Garum: The Unami of Ancient Rome
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What made garum, a type of fermented fish sauce, so extremely popular across the Roman Empire?
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The Remarkable Survival of Marcus Aurelius' Meditations: A Historical Overview
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How have “Meditations” or better yet” To himself”, the thoughts of Marcus Aurelius survived through the centuries?
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The Laudatio Turiae, a 2,100 years old Love Letter
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Laudatio Turiae ("In praise of Turia") is a tombstone engraved with a carved epitaph that is a husband's eulogy of his wife.
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Diocles, a Billionaire on Wheels: How he Became the Richest Athlete Ever
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Who was Gaius Appuleius Diocles, one of the most celebrated and wealthiest charioteers in Ancient Rome?
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Hadrian’s Wall: The Roman Empire’s Enigmatic Frontier
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Hadrian’s Wall is one of the most significant and well-preserved remnants of Roman Britain.
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Unraveling the Mystery of the Roman Dodecahedron
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Among the myriad artifacts left behind by the ancient Romans, few are as mysterious and captivating as the Roman dodecahedron.
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Saint Helen: The Life of Helena Augusta, the Empress Who Changed History
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Helena Augusta, also known as Saint Helena, was a significant figure in early Christian history and the mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity.
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Suetonius: The Faceless Scholar of Imperial Rome
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Suetonius' influence extends beyond his own time. His biographical style set a precedent for later historians and biographers.
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Realm of Indulgence: Leisure, Pleasure and Passions in Ancient Rome
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Ancient Rome is often represented as a den of luxury and pleasures, but is this true?
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Cleopatra’s Daughter, Selene II: The Last Echo of a Dynasty
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Cleopatra Selene II was the daughter of the famous Cleopatra VII, the last Pharaoh of Egypt, and the Roman general Mark Antony.
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Romans consumed 250 gallons of water per person daily: Why is this important for Modern Cities?
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Water consumption in ancient Rome was a remarkable aspect of Roman engineering and urban planning.
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