Why didn’t Roman Emperors build Pyramids?
The Great Pyramid of Giza, a monumental construction by Pharaoh Khufu in the 27th century BC, stands as a testament to ancient engineering. With its vast scale, built from millions …
How much Gold did the Romans have – and where is it now?
Gold plays a vital role in our lives today, often hidden in plain sight. It’s present in many of our everyday electronic devices, like smartphones, due to its excellent properties …
The 6 Most Valuable Roman Treasures Ever Discovered
Dr. Garrett Ryan introduces a captivating exploration of Roman treasures, focusing on their worth through the lens of bullion value. Instead of assessing artistic significance, he ranks these treasures based …
VIRIATHUS: The Lusitanian shepherd that defied the MIGHTY Roman Empire
Long ago, during the Roman Empire’s height, there lived a group on the Iberian Peninsula known as the Lusitanians. Often overlooked in history, this Celtic warrior society posed a significant …
Lead poisoning in Ancient Rome – did they know?
Lead played a significant role in Roman society, shaping daily life and even influencing their infrastructure. The Romans relied on lead for constructing aqueducts and plumbing systems that brought water …
Augustus: How Rome’s First Emperor Shaped the Empire’s Future
In the annals of Roman history, few figures stand out as prominently as Octavian, later known as Augustus. His ascension to power marked the end of the Roman Republic and …
The Roman Cults that Rivaled Christianity
In the ancient world, the sun held a divine status, revered by both Greeks and Romans. Greeks worshipped it as Helios, who journeyed across the sky each day. In Roman …
History of the Illyrians – A Journey Through Ancient History
The Illyrians, often overshadowed by their Greek and Roman counterparts, were a vibrant collection of tribes with a rich history in the ancient Balkan peninsula. These tribes first appeared in …
Why Scotland and Sri Lanka use Roman Law
Roman law has had a far-reaching impact, continuing to shape legal systems worldwide. With its roots in ancient Rome, it developed in tandem with the Roman State. After the fall …
Why didn’t Alexander the Great conquer Rome?
During the 4th century BC, Greece was a patchwork of city-states and kingdoms tangled in rivalries. Philip II of Macedon took advantage of this to expand significantly, gaining influence over …
The 12 Tables: Rome’s First Laws
Rome’s beginnings are wrapped in stories and legends, with tales of Romulus and Remus often capturing the imagination. These narratives are filled with figures like Aeneas and events like the …
The TRUTH About CONSTANTINE the Great
In the fourth century, a major transformation unfolded in the Roman Empire, significantly shaping the course of Western civilization. This pivotal change was rooted in the actions of Emperor Constantine …
Why Hannibal Failed
The battle of Cannae was a turning point for the Carthaginian general Hannibal Barca, who had achieved a remarkable victory against the Roman legions. With his smaller force, he outmaneuvered …
How Christianity Divided the Roman Empire
In 107 AD, the Roman Empire was at its peak under Emperor Trajan. Trajan’s leadership led to Rome spanning an impressive 2 million square miles, reaching from Britannia to Syria. …