How Barbarian Invasions ended the Western Roman Empire
The end of December 406 A.D. marked a turning point in European history as various Barbarian groups crossed the Rhine Frontier into the Western Roman Empire. These groups arrived at …
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What It Was Like To Live In Ancient Rome During Its Golden Age
Imagine a society bustling with innovation yet plagued by chaos. This was ancient Rome from the second century BC to the second century AD—a city teeming with life and complexity. …
How Did the Romans Lift Marble Drums into Place on Trajan’s Column? Discover Their Ingenious Techniques!
The incredible feats of engineering by ancient Romans never cease to amaze. One particularly impressive achievement was how they lifted massive marble drums, weighing between 25 and 77 tons, into …
Top 5 Roman Empire Economic Crises: Factors and Impacts
The Roman Empire, the heart of ancient civilization, was not immune to economic crises. While it stood as a champion of architectural, military, and political achievements, it faced a series …
Helena of Constantinople
Helena of Constantinople, also known as Saint Helena, is a celebrated figure in Christian history, admired for her devout life and her legendary quest that led to the purported discovery …
Milvian Bridge: The Battle That Changed Everything
The Milvian Bridge played a crucial role in shaping the history of Europe and Christianity. Located on the Tiber River, north of Rome, the bridge was the site of the …
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 …
Roman Baths: A Dive into Ancient Luxury Spa
Step back into an era where the confluence of luxury, wellness, and social gathering was encapsulated perfectly within the walls of Roman bath culture. Today, this fond reminiscence of ancient …
Principes: The Elite Backbone of the Roman Legion
The Roman army, a symbol of power and discipline, was an unparalleled force that dominated the ancient world. Among its ranks, the Principes, an elite class of soldiers, played a …
Uncovering the Causes and Legacy of the Fall of Rome
The Fall of Rome has been a subject of fascination for centuries, with many speculating on the factors that led to its decline. What can the fall of this once-great …
Ancient Roman Sources
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 …
Legionary Helmets of the Roman Period
by Iain Dickson, ‘Melvadius Macrinus Cugerni’ Sculptural Evidence Many sculptures have been found showing the Roman army in operation as well as individual memorial monuments to Roman soldiers. The workmanship on …
List of Roman Consuls by Year
Who Was Consul When by ‘Andraeus Papadopolus Dacicus Maximus‘ Note: the Roman numerals behind the names indicate how many times the specific individual has been in office. Note II: consuls …