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 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 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
Faustina the Younger: From Imperial Daughter to Deified Empress
Faustina the Younger, also known as Annia Galeria Faustina Minor, was a prominent Roman empress in the 2nd century CE.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
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.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
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
Hadrian’s Gate in downtown Athens, below Acropolis; a Gateway to History
The Arch of Hadrian (Greek: Αψίδα του Αδριανού) commonly referred to as Hadrian's Gate in Greek, is a monumental gateway that bears some resemblance to a Roman triumphal arch.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Messalina: Was she really the most dangerous woman of the Roman Empire?
Might be that Messalina was not what we think she was.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Which Gods did the Ancient Romans worship?
The religious landscape of ancient Rome was as vast and complex as the empire itself.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
How did Emperor Hadrian’s vengeance led to modern Palestine
The reign of Emperor Hadrian has marked a tumultuous period in the history of Rome's relationship with its Jewish subjects.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
The Enigmatic Disappearance of the 9th Roman Legion
The story of the 9th Roman Legion, known as Legio IX Hispana, remains one of the most captivating mysteries of ancient military history.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
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
Hadrian's Arch of Triumph in Ancient Jerash. A gateway to the Past.
In the heart of modern-day Jordan, Hadrian's Arch stands as a testament to Roman architectural prowess and imperial presence in the region.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Things about Marcus Aurelius you might not know
Marcus Aurelius is famous as a Roman emperor and writer but there are aspects of his life not known by most people.