Cato the Younger - Roman Empire Times

A possible representation of Cato the Elder, in a dramatic portrait

Roman Empire Historical Facts

Cato the Elder and the Roman Spirit: Discipline, Duty, and the Fall of Carthage

Cato the Elder is a fascinating figure in Roman history, embodying the traditional Roman virtues of discipline, frugality, and loyalty to the Republic.

A representation of an ancient Roman enjoying his swim inside a Roman bath.

Roman Empire Anecdotes

Did Ancient Romans Exercise to Keep Fit?

The idea that exercise and physical activity are beneficial is not a recent discovery; it has been recognized and practiced for thousands of years.