Roman Empire Historical Facts
Romans consumed 250 gallons of water per person daily: Why is this important for Modern Cities?
Water consumption in ancient Rome was a remarkable aspect of Roman engineering and urban planning.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
The Largest Temple of the Roman world: The Temple of Jupiter in Baalbek
The Temple of Jupiter at Baalbek, also known as Heliopolis Syriaca, is a massive Roman temple and known as the largest of its kind in the Roman Empire.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
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.