Approximately 40 hectares (98 acres) of parklands at Hadrian’s Villa are open for visitors to explore. Introduction...
Roman
In search of glory and riches, seven legions were led in an unprovoked attack on the Parthians....
As a result of the various crises that plagued the Western Roman Empire in the 3rd and...
These four legions were a vital part of the empire. Introduction The legions of Spain, Roman Africa, and Egypt did not...
Despite Rome’s best efforts, the territory remained unstable and would remain a place of conflict for years...
Roman medicine was highly influenced by the Greek medical tradition. Introduction Medicine in ancient Rome combined various techniques...
Roman gardens were built to suit a range of needs and activities. Curated/Reviewed by Matthew A. McIntoshPublic...
The purity of the aureus and changing values of other currency significantly affected the empire’s economy. Curated/Reviewed...
The works of Roman writers have provided insight into the role played by wine in Roman culture....
Londinium was established as a civilian town by the Romans about four years after the invasion of...
Ancient Romans had more water to drink daily than New Yorkers in the 21st century. And there...
The image of an intoxicated ancient world goes against the idea that moderation was the key to...
The best physicians were well schooled in pharmaceutical lore, with an armamentarium of drugs. By Dr. John...
These battles were part of long-lasting conflict between the Roman Empire and the Persians. Introduction The Roman–Parthian Wars (54...
Victory at Alesia had come for Caesar but at a terrible cost. Introduction The Battle of Alesia was a...
“Census” is a Latin word. The modern notion of a state counting the population is a direct...
He was one of the most celebrated athletes in ancient history. Early Life Gaius Appuleius Diocles was...
The Circus was Rome’s largest venue for ludi, public games connected to Roman religious festivals. Introduction The Circus...
There has perhaps been no other philosophic writer whose thinking was as closely connected with the patterns...
The empire’s expansion brought them into contact with a population of different customs, languages, and religions. Introduction...
The earliest depictions of boxing as a formal sport can be traced back to Mesopotamia as early...
Major tactical changes came during the final days of the Late Republic. Introduction From the days of...
Discipline was severe, and the living conditions were often very harsh. Introduction The Roman legionary was a well-trained and...
There was a direct link between citizenship, property and the military. Introduction With the appearance of the...
The legacy of the idea of a universal church carries on, directly or indirectly, in today’s Catholic...
Theodosius is best known for making Christianity the state religion of the Roman Empire. Introduction Theodosius I (11...
The expectations and even the very way they defined terms such as ‘gender’ and ‘sexuality’ differed greatly...
Thomas Jefferson, third president of the United States of America, gave the name Capitol Hill to the...
Examining the growth of the new religion from persecution of early Christians to Constantine’s conversion. Introduction During...
Oribasius was considered as one of the most illustrious representatives of intellectual circles. Introduction Oribasius (c. 320-400/403...