Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus, a figure cemented in history and admired through the centuries, stands as a paragon of civic virtue and the ideal of the citizen-soldier. His tale, rooted in …
When traversing the annals of history, the Roman diet presents itself as an intriguing mosaic of flavors and traditions. Drawing on Ancient Roman culinary practices, we uncover a civilization deeply …
Who was Cato the Younger, and why does his legacy endure? Cato the Younger, a staunch defender of the Roman Republic, stands as an emblem of Stoic philosophy and republican …
In a realm where longevity was often measured in mere months, the reign of Septimius Severus spanned nearly two decades – a testament not only to his shrewdness but also …
Pliny the Elder represents the enduring legacy of a man who shaped the understanding of Roman civilization and natural science. Renowned for his ‘Natural History,’ the first encyclopedia, Pliny’s work …
The annals of history bear witness to the rise and fall of countless individuals, but only a few stand as prominently as Odoacer, a Germanic chieftain whose life and achievements …
Vercingetorix, a name etched in the annals of ancient history, stands as a symbol of unwavering Gallic resistance against the formidable might of Rome. The story behind this French folk …
Picture this: a deafening boom rips through the sky, and an enormous plume of smoke and ash shoots miles into the atmosphere. That was the cataclysmic eruption of Krakatoa in …
Uncovering the real story of Valeria Messalina, the infamous Roman empress, presents a fascinating challenge. Was she a power-hungry seductress, a protective mother, or a victim of her time? Delve …
You may have heard quite a few gladiator names throughout the years. In ancient Rome, gladiators were professional fighters who entertained the Roman public by engaging in combat with each …
NAME PERIOD BACKGROUND & FAMOUS WORKS LANGUAGE Acts of Pilate early fourth century AD Forged documents circulated round the east of the empire by emperor Maximinus II Daia to discredit …
by Brian Adam (‘Gaiseric’) It’s not known to many people today that a long time ago, the Vandal warriors, a Germanic tribe, once established a kingdom in North Africa as their …
Life:? – c. 509 BC Founder of the Republicby ‘Andraeus Papadopolus Dacicus Maximus’ According to Roman traditional history, Lucius Junius Brutus was the most important personality of the patrician “revolution” …
Life: c. 446 – 365 BC “alter conditor Romae” by ‘Andraeus Papadopolus Dacicus Maximus’ Overview Marcus Furius Camillus was the most illustrious member of the family of Furia and is …
