Alcestis: A Queen’s Ultimate Sacrifice Who Fought Death Itself
In ancient Greece, the tale of Alcestis held a profound moral.
Emma Clarke
Alaric I who Shattered Rome’s Eternal Stronghold
In a stunning reversal of fate, Rome fell to an unlikely conqueror: Alaric, a Gothic leader once allied with the Roman Empire.
The Life of Agrippina the Younger
The life of Agrippina the Younger is a vivid narrative that intricately weaves themes of ambition, power, and betrayal against the backdrop of ancient Rome.
The Roman Military Tribune: A Path to Power and Prestige
The Roman military tribune (tribunus militum, literally “tribune of the soldiers”) held a crucial position within the Roman army
The Roman Tribune: Defenders of and Commanders
The term “Tribune” (Latin: Tribunus) denoted various elected officials in ancient Rome, each wielding distinct powers and responsibilities.
Fuction and Role of the Roman Consul
The Roman consul, the highest elected magistrate of the Republic (c. 509 BC to 27 BC), stood as the pinnacle of the cursus honorum
Role and Fuction of a Roman Praetor
In the ancient Roman Republic, the office of the praetor held a dual role in both military and judicial capacities.
The Role and Legacy of the Roman Aedile
In ancient Rome, the aedile was a public official crucial to the everyday functioning of the city and the comfort of its citizens.
Rediscovery of Pempeii to Value It’s Importance
Pompeii’s preservation offers invaluable insights into daily life in ancient Rome, making it a vital archaeological and historical treasure.
Alexander the Great and the Fall of Thebes
Alexander the Great’s destruction of Thebes was a pivotal event, demonstrating his power and altering the course of Greek history.
Unearthing Rome’s Hidden History: The Catacombs
In December 2020, archaeologists uncovered a vibrant ancient thermopolium in Pompeii, revealing fascinating insights into Roman dining and social life.
Thermopolium: Ancient Rome’s Fast-Food Restaurants
In December 2020, archaeologists uncovered a vibrant ancient thermopolium in Pompeii, revealing fascinating insights into Roman dining and social life.
Roman Ships and Commerce in International Ancient Trade
Ancient Roman ships, traversing the vast Indian Ocean, were not only marvels of engineering but also crucial conduits of international trade
Beauty, Love, and Art: The Legacy of Ancient Greece
Exploring ancient Greek beauty reveals how it shaped modern art and our understanding of aesthetic pleasure, desire, and artistic representation.
Pompeii and Herculaneum: Witnesses to an Ancient Catastrophe
Explore the rise, fall, and rediscovery of the legendary towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
