Roman Empire Anecdotes
Lucius Licinius Lucullus was a prominent Roman general, statesman, and politician, best known for his luxurious lifestyle and lavish feasts, which became almost legendary in Roman culture.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Although Greek, Polybius is best known for his work The Histories, which covers the rise of the Roman Republic and its domination over the Mediterranean world, particularly focusing on the period between 264 and 146 BCE.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Purple, in the context of the Roman Empire, was not merely a color; it was a symbol of power, nobility, and divine sanction.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
The everyday diet of the ancient Mediterranean has been relatively understudied, particularly the cultural importance of various foods in the Greek and Roman worlds.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
How do some Roman bridges still stand today? What was it that made Roman engineering so unique?
Roman Empire Anecdotes
What made garum, a type of fermented fish sauce, so extremely popular across the Roman Empire?
Roman Empire Anecdotes
How have “Meditations” or better yet” To himself”, the thoughts of Marcus Aurelius survived through the centuries?
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Laudatio Turiae ("In praise of Turia") is a tombstone engraved with a carved epitaph that is a husband's eulogy of his wife.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Among the myriad artifacts left behind by the ancient Romans, few are as mysterious and captivating as the Roman dodecahedron.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Helena Augusta, also known as Saint Helena, was a significant figure in early Christian history and the mother of Emperor Constantine the Great, the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Suetonius' influence extends beyond his own time. His biographical style set a precedent for later historians and biographers.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Water consumption in ancient Rome was a remarkable aspect of Roman engineering and urban planning.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
The moon's influence was acknowledged and respected in various aspects of Roman life.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
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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Mark Zuckerberg revives Roman tradition with a sculpture of his wife, blending historical admiration with personal tribute in a public display.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Was gladiator’s sweat and blood sold as an aphrodisiac outside the Roman arena? Our research is shining some light on the topic.