Roman Empire Historical Facts
Hadrian’s Wall: The Roman Empire’s Enigmatic Frontier
Hadrian’s Wall is one of the most significant and well-preserved remnants of Roman Britain.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Suetonius: The Faceless Scholar of Imperial Rome
Suetonius' influence extends beyond his own time. His biographical style set a precedent for later historians and biographers.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Realm of Indulgence: Leisure, Pleasure and Passions in Ancient Rome
Ancient Rome is often represented as a den of luxury and pleasures, but is this true?
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Cleopatra’s Daughter, Selene II: The Last Echo of a Dynasty
Cleopatra Selene II was the daughter of the famous Cleopatra VII, the last Pharaoh of Egypt, and the Roman general Mark Antony.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Romans consumed 250 gallons of water per person daily: Why is this important for Modern Cities?
Water consumption in ancient Rome was a remarkable aspect of Roman engineering and urban planning.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
August Super Moon is coming. How did Romans “see” the Moon?
The moon's influence was acknowledged and respected in various aspects of Roman life.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
What were the Funeral Rites and Rituals of Ancient Rome?
Roman funerary practices were deeply rooted in the culture and beliefs of ancient Rome and evolved over time. They were influenced by the Romans' views on the afterlife, social status, and religious rituals.
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The Roman Meaning behind Zuckerberg’s Sculpture for his Wife, Priscilla
Mark Zuckerberg revives Roman tradition with a sculpture of his wife, blending historical admiration with personal tribute in a public display.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Cassius Dio’s Roman History: A Greek Perspective on the Empire
Cassius Dio, also known as Dio Cassius, was a notable Roman historian and senator of Greek origin who lived during the Roman Empire.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Fortune's Favors: Exploring the Gambling Culture of Ancient Rome
Gambling was a prevalent activity in Ancient Rome, practiced by people of all social classes despite being officially frowned upon and subject to legal restrictions.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Roman Army Veterans: Life After Service in Ancient Rome
The Roman army veterans were settling in conquered lands to Romanize the area and keep the situation under control.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
The Consuls in Ancient Rome: A Pillar of Republican Governance
The consul was one of the highest elected political offices in the Roman Republic and later the Roman Empire.
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Zuckerberg’s Secret Roman Message on his latest AI Announcement T-Shirt
Mark Zuckerberg, the co-founder and CEO of Meta, has long displayed a fascination with the Roman Empire, particularly with Emperor Augustus. This, combined with his playful AI-driven recreation of himself as a Roman gladiator, highlights his deep-seated interest in Roman history and its figures.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
The Largest Temple of the Roman world: The Temple of Jupiter in Baalbek
The Temple of Jupiter at Baalbek, also known as Heliopolis Syriaca, is a massive Roman temple and known as the largest of its kind in the Roman Empire.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
The most Famous Roman Emperor Failed Assassination Attempts
The history of the Roman Empire is replete with assassination attempts, some of which failed and left intriguing tales of survival and intrigue.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Gladiatrix: Scent of a Woman, in the Arena
Female gladiators, known as "gladiatrices," were a relatively rare phenomenon in ancient Rome compared to their male counterparts, but they did exist and played a significant role in the spectacle of gladiatorial combat.