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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.

Roman Empire Historical Facts

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?

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The Gemonian Stairs: Rome's Spot of Mourning and Execution

The Gemonian Stairs became synonymous to death and humiliation for the Roman Empire's enemies and criminals.

Roman Empire Anecdotes

Villa Jovis: The Secret Lair for the Dark Pleasures of an Old Emperor

A luxurious villa in Capri is said to be the place where an emperor spent the last ten years of his reign, involved in sexual activities that would satisfy his disturbed imagination

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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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Agrippina the Younger: The First Empress of Rome, in a Male Dominant Society

Agrippina the Younger, born in 15 AD, was a prominent and controversial figure in Roman history.

Roman Empire Anecdotes

Was Divide and Conquer a Julius Caesar Invention, or Not?

Julius Caesar knew how to eliminate enemies and how to "read" military intelligence, two of his most important traits.

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From Octavian to Augustus: The Making of Rome’s First Emperor

Augustus, the first emperor of Rome, was the most successful ruler of the Roman Empire.

Roman Empire Anecdotes

The Food Culture of Ancient Rome: What did the Different Social Classes Eat?

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

The Laudatio Turiae, a 2,100 years old Love Letter

Laudatio Turiae ("In praise of Turia") is a tombstone engraved with a carved epitaph that is a husband's eulogy of his wife.

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Hadrian’s Wall: The Roman Empire’s Enigmatic Frontier

Hadrian’s Wall is one of the most significant and well-preserved remnants of Roman Britain.

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 Anecdotes

Realm of Indulgence: Leisure, Pleasure and Passions in Ancient Rome

Ancient Rome is often represented as a den of luxury and pleasures, but is this true?

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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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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.

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.