The Daily Bread of Rome: The Apple of Discord Between Romans and the Bakers

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.

Sallust: Details on the Historian of Roman Elite and the Republic’s Decline

Sallust, one of Rome’s earliest and most profound historians, offers an intense and critical perspective on the decline of the Roman Republic.

We Researched the Roman Empire‘s Presence in the Orient: Here is What we Found

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.

Guarding the Word: Speech, Censorship, and Power in Ancient Rome

How were the Republic and the Empire treating freedom of speech? How did the emperors censor perceived threats?

Herodes Atticus: A Bridge Between Greek Heritage and Roman Power

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.

Roman Concrete: Stronger, Self-healing, and Built to Last Forever

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.

How did Romans Flood the Colosseum for Naval Battles in the Arena?

Were naumachiae actually held in the Colosseum? How did the Romans flood the arena to stage a naval battle?

The Gemonian Stairs: Rome's Spot of Mourning and Execution

The Gemonian Stairs became synonymous to death and humiliation for the Roman Empire's enemies and criminals.

Villa Jovis: The Secret Lair for the Dark Pleasures of an Old Emperor

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

How did Romans Go to the Toilet and Use Urine in Ways we Cannot Imagine Today

How did the Romans go about… number one and number two, and how did they utilize their human waste?

Caesarion: Was the Last Pharaoh, the Son of Julius Caesar?

Caesarion was born in 47 BCE, and his mother Cleopatra claimed that he was Julius Caesar's son.

Was Commodus Truly the Megalomaniac Gladiator Emperor?

Commodus was largely seen as capricious, self-indulgent, and more interested in personal pleasures than in governing the empire.