Emperor Claudius II Gothicus
Life: AD 214 – 270 Name: Marcus Aurelius Valerius Claudius Born 10 May AD 214 in Illyricum. Became emperor in September AD 268. Died at Sirmium, August AD 270. Deified …
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Emperor Claudius
Life: 10 BC-AD 54 Early Life of Claudius Tiberius Claudius Drusus Nero Germanicus was born in Lugdunum (Lyon) in 10 BC as the youngest son of Nero Drusus (Tiberius’ brother) …
Battle of Watling Street: A Defining Moment in Roman Britain
The Battle of Watling Street was a significant event in the history of Roman Britain, fought in AD 61 between the forces of the Roman Empire led by Governor Gaius …
Julia the Elder: Exile and Legacy of Rome’s First Daughter
Julia the Elder, the only biological daughter of Augustus, the first Roman emperor, lived a life that was intertwined with the politics of her time. Born in 39 BC, she …
Boudica: Britain’s Warrior Queen and Icon of Resistance
Boudica, often spelled Boadicea, stands out in history as the warrior queen who led her people, the Iceni tribe, in a formidable revolt against Roman occupation in Britain. Her legacy …
Agrippina the Younger – Glorious Women Who Shaped Roman History EP3
Agrippina the Younger was a woman of immense power and influence in ancient Rome. She was known for her ruthless ambition and authoritative nature, which helped her rise to the …
Livia Drusilla – Glorious Women Who Shaped Roman History EP2
Livia Drusilla, also known as Julia Augusta, was one of the most powerful women in ancient Rome and the wife of Emperor Augustus. She was born in 58 BC and …
Germanicus: Rome’s Beloved General and Imperial Successor
Germanicus Julius Caesar, commonly known as Germanicus, was one of Rome’s most celebrated generals and a prominent member of the Julio-Claudian dynasty. Born into an illustrious family, he was the …
The Secret of The Glass Gladiator Cup Unveiled
Archaeologists have long been fascinated with the Roman Empire, particularly its gladiators and their weapons. One such finding, the glass gladiator cup, has recently gathered attention due to its mysterious origins …
Crixus: The Legendary Gladiator and Military Leader of the Third Servile War
Crixus, a name entwined with the legend of the Third Servile War, stands out in history as one of the most notable leaders of the gladiator uprising against the Roman …
What Happened to the 9th Legion? Unraveling the Mystery of Rome’s Lost Cohort
The fate of the Legio IX Hispana, also known as the 9th Legion, has been shrouded in mystery and a subject of debate for many years. This celebrated unit of …
Gothic War: Unveiling the Conflict Between the Eastern Roman Empire and the Ostrogoths
The term “Gothic War” generally refers to a period of sustained conflict between the Ostrogothic Kingdom and the Eastern Roman Empire, also known as the Byzantine Empire. This series of …
Discover Luxurious Roman Sirmium During the 4th Century
Sirmium – History Today’s Sremska Mitrovica hides traces of the once luxurious and powerful Roman city of Sirmium under its streets and houses. Its history can be traced from the …
Engineering Elegance: The Remarkable Legacy of Ancient Aqueducts
The legacy of Roman engineering continues to astonish us, centuries after the fall of the empire. Among their remarkable innovations, Roman aqueducts stand as a testament to their ingenuity, precision, …