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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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Thumbs Down to the Myth: The Truth behind Roman Arena Gestures

What were the actuals signs given in the Roman Arena of the past and how are they used now?

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We researched the legends about Gladiator Sweat; here’s what we found

Was gladiator’s sweat and blood sold as an aphrodisiac outside the Roman arena? Our research is shining some light on the topic.

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Mad Honey Warfare: How King Mithridates Poisoned Pompey’s Legions

King Mithridates VI of Pontus is often credited with using a unique form of biological warfare involving "mad honey" against the forces of Pompey the Great.

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Roman Astronomy: How did Romans See the Planets

Astronomy and astrology in the Roman Empire times were almost identical. People turned to the planets to decide their next moves and to organize their lives.

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Arminius: From friend of Rome, to German Leader at the Teutoburg Forest Battle

Over the centuries, Arminius and the battle of the Teutoburg Forest have left their footprint in history.

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Did Romans Drink Coffee? What was their Morning Routine?

Coffee was totally unknown to Romans and breakfast was irrelevant for them.

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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.

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Why did the Romans execute Jesus?

What was the real reason behind the execution of Jesus by the Romans?

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Pliny the Elder: The Author of the World’s First Encyclopaedia was Roman

Naturalis Historia by Pliny the Elder is the world's first encyclopaedia.

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Aqua Virgo: A 2000-year Roman aqueduct that still works

The Roman aqueduct that serves the city of Rome for 2000 years

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Aurora Borealis in Roman Culture: Beliefs about the Northern Lights

How did ancient civilizations like the Romans and Greeks understand The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis?

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Have Romans discovered an indestructible glass?

Unbreakable glass is said to be a legendary invention of the Roman Empire

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The Red Mullet: Ancient Rome's Top Delicacy

The passion of the Romans about the red mullet fish, drove them to pay fortunes to have them on their table.

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How did the Romans shave? A look into men's grooming rituals

Shaving in Ancient Rome, was a painful and time-consuming process, but Romans were obsessed with hair removal for the whole body.

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Crassus: The wealthiest man in history was Roman

Ancient Rome, boasted figures of immense wealth and power that wielded their fortunes to sway politics, society, and even the architecture of their time, like Marcus Licinius Crassus.