Ancient Rome holds a mythic place in our imaginations. It’s the land of historical epics like Ben-Hur and Gladiator, where men in…
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The gradual process of decline that brought the Roman Empire to an end is one of the all-time favorite history topics. That…
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The ancient Romans were responsible for a number of scientific advancements that greatly benefited humankind. However, some of their solutions didn’t work.…
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The Romans are perhaps one of the best-studied ancient nations. Modern fascination remains steadfast because the complexities of their culture guarantee that…
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Tales of gladiatorial combat have enthralled for thousands of years. From books and paintings to films and television shows, the image of…
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The Roman Empire was one of the greatest civilizations ever established. Lasting over 1,000 years, they dominated the ancient Mediterranean. Roman laws…
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By modern standards, life in ancient Rome was awful. Slavery was rampant, health care was very basic, and if you were poor,…
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In many ways, ancient Rome was the birthplace of modern Western culture. It’s easy to see ourselves reflected in its culture and…
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We can all think of current presidents and prime ministers who seem a little out of their depth. Luckily for them the…
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Some Roman writers are very well-known, notably Virgil, who wrote the Aeneid; Marcus Aurelius, the philosopher-king who, when not ruling the empire,…