Why Did the Roman Empire Stop Expanding?
The Roman Empire was a colossal force, stretching from Spain to Syria and Scotland to Sudan, covering around 5 million square kilometers. It dominated the Mediterranean Basin and possibly ruled …
What if the Roman Empire Reunited Today?
Imagine a modern world where a rebuilt Roman Empire stretches across much of Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. This hypothetical empire would be ranked as the seventh largest …
Appian Way Rome: Exploring the Ancient Road’s Historical Significance
Stretching from Rome to the southwestern coast of Italy, the Appian Way, also known as Via Appia, remains one of history’s most remarkable feats of engineering. Renowned as the “Queen …
Trade in the Roman Empire: A Comprehensive Overview
Trade was an essential aspect of the Roman Empire’s economy and played a significant role in its success and expansion. It played a key role in the development and prosperity of the …
Which modern day countries did the Roman Empire cover? [Map]
Above is the map of the fullest possible extent of the empire, including eventually abandoned German territories up to the Elbe river, the temporary Dacian, as well as the Armenian …
Roman Empire Map: Unveiling Its Vast Territory
Roman Empire Map This map of ancient Rome shows the vast territory it covered. At the time of Emperor Trajan’s death in 117 AD, the Roman Empire was the largest …
The Roman Empire Timeline: An Animated Journey Through Antiquity
An animated map showing the growth of Rome over the years from its start as a Republic and transformation into an Empire. It then splits into the Eastern Byzantine Empire …