Roman Empire Anecdotes
Rome’s Tastiest Obsession: The Red Mullet and the Price of Prestige
The Roman passion for red mullet drove them to pay fortunes to have this delicacy on their tables.
Christina Athanasiou
A prolific writer from the ancient Greek city of Chalkis, Christina loves Ancient Greek and Roman Empire's tales of gods and mortals. Currently finds inspiration from Ancient Roman monuments in Lisbon
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Why did the Romans kill Jesus?
What was the real reason behind the execution of Jesus by the Romans?
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Pliny the Elder: Scholar, Soldier, and Witness to Disaster
Pliny himself claims that he perused about 2,000 volumes and gathered 20,000 noteworthy facts from 100 authors
Roman Empire Historical Facts
From Toga to Today: How Ancient Rome Still Echoes Through Modern Culture
From marble forums to Hollywood sets, the legacy of Ancient Rome continues to echo across today’s cultural landscape. In many ways, Rome never truly fell—it was reimagined.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Did Romans and Greeks have Abortions and Contraceptives?
Ancient societies tried to manage fertility with resources available in their environment, even though their effectiveness was uncertain and occasionally hazardous.
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Ovid’s Eternal Verses: The Roman Poet of Love, Myth, and Exile
In the vast literary landscape of ancient Rome, Ovid stands as a master of mythological storytelling, love poetry, and exile laments.
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What are The Ides of March and Why are they Important?
The day that Julius Caesar was assassinated has left its mark on history's face.
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Asarotos Oikos Mosaic: The Unswept Floor of the Roman Elite
The "asarotos oikos", a peculiar and captivating form of art that intrigued the elite and showcased the heights of artistic innovation.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Tiberius: Power, Paranoia, and Politics in Imperial Rome
Tiberius, Rome’s second emperor, was a ruler shaped by duty, suspicion, and an uneasy relationship with power. Unlike his predecessor Augustus, whose charisma and political acumen forged the foundations of the empire, Tiberius ruled with a more withdrawn and calculating approach
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Roman Engineering: The Backbone of an Empire
Roman engineering combined practicality with innovation, utilizing materials like concrete and brick to construct vast, enduring structures. The adaptability of their methods allowed for architectural achievements that shaped both their empire and future civilizations.
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Plutarch: A Greek Voice in the Heart of Rome
Plutarch, the Greek historian, biographer, and philosopher, wrote in an era when Rome dominated the Mediterranean world, yet his works found an eager audience among the very people who had conquered his homeland.
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The Colosseum: Rome's Arena of "Panis et Spectacula"
Towering over the heart of Rome, the Colosseum stands as a monumental proof to the ambition, engineering mastery, and brutal spectacles of the Roman Empire.
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Romulus and Remus: The Legendary Founders of Rome
The myth of Romulus and Remus is central to Rome's legendary origins and is rich with symbolism, political significance, and historical interpretations.
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How was the Roman Empire Formed?
The death of the Roman Republic, gave birth to the Roman Empire; an Empire that left an unparalleled legacy to the Western World.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
The Antonine Plague: A Devastation that Reshaped the Roman Empire
The Antonine Plague was a turning point in the empire’s downfall—an often-overlooked epidemic that raged from 165 to 180 CE during the final years of the Antonine Dynasty.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
How did the Roman Army Evolve through the Ages?
The Roman army was not just a military force; it was the backbone of Rome’s rise to dominance and the foundation of its vast empire.