Roman Empire Historical Facts
The Spiraling Legacy of Trajan's Column: Art, Propaganda, and Power
Trajan's Column is an iconic piece of Roman art and architecture, rich with historical, artistic, and cultural significance.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
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.
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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?
Roman Empire Historical Facts
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.
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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?
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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.
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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 Historical Facts
Fury on Wheels: The Legendary Chariot Races of Ancient Rome
Chariot racing was one of the most popular and enduring spectacles in ancient Rome, captivating audiences for centuries.
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From Greek Glory to Roman Spectacle: The Olympic Games Evolution
The Olympic Games continued to be held after the Roman conquest of Greece, and Roman emperors and citizens took part in these events.
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Tacitus: The Chronicler of Rome’s Moral Decline
Publius Cornelius Tacitus, commonly known as Tacitus, was a Roman historian and politician. He is widely considered one of the greatest Roman historians by modern scholars.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
“Ave Imperator, morituri te salutant”. What did Gladiators actually say before fighting?
The phrase Hail Emperor, those who are about to die, salute you, was not actually used by the gladiators.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Trajan’s Market: The first ever Shopping Mall was built in Ancient Rome
The markets of Trajan, a magnificent construction of the Roman times, was the equivalent of today's shopping complexes.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Pliny the Younger: The 247 letters that helped shape our view of the Roman Empire
Pliny the Younger helped us shape our view of the Roman Empire, and all aspect of its life.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Damnatio memoriae: Condemnation and Eradication in the Political Sphere of Rome
Damnatio memoriae was a process of erasing everything there was about a person that was harmful to the Empire.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
The Roman Salute, or Saluto Romano: How did the Romans greet each other?
Is the Roman salute, the Nazi salute? History proves it is not.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
The Shadow of the Dagger: Assassinations of Roman Emperors
Throughout the Roman Empire's history, numerous emperors met their end not in battle or from natural causes but by the hands of assassins.