Just how far did the Roman Empire reach? Newly discovered soldier's tomb supplies key evidence
The tomb is believed to belong to a soldier nicknamed "Flaccus," whose name was deduced from the inscription "FLAC" carved on ...
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Constantinople: The Greek Settlement That Became World’s Greatest City
The story of Constantinople is a fascinating one that dates back millennia to when this mega-city was a small Greek town known as Byzantium.
What brought the decline of the eastern Roman Empire, and what can we learn from it?
Why empires fall is a question that fascinates many. But in the search for an answer, imagination can run wild. Suggestions ...
How the Roman Army Repaired Its Armor Far From Home
Researchers suggest that when Roman legions were at the empire's remote northern frontiers, they relied on local craftspeople for equipment repairs.
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Ancient bones tell new story of how medieval Europe was formed
Explore the surprising findings about the Ancient Vikings. Learn how advanced DNA analysis is reshaping our understanding of ...
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In the first century AD, Jews lived across the Roman Empire in relative harmony.
Synagogues were classified as colleges to get around Roman laws banning secret societies ... the local synagogues now became the new centers of the Jewish religion.
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The Roman Mausoleum of Episkopi, which contained the sealed tomb of a woman named Neiko, has reached our times almost intact
In the heart of the Aegean Sea, on the quiet and solitary island of Sikinos, stands an architectural jewel that has witnessed ...
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New Year’s Eve in Ancient Times
New Year's Eve was celebrated in ancient times, contrary to what some may believe. It was among the most universal pagan ...