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10 Facts About the Roman Emperors

Dissecting the Hippocratic Oath

Where is Hadrian’s Wall and How Long is It?

Who Was Pyrrhus and What is a Pyrrhic Victory?

The 5 Worst Roman Emperors

Gladiators and Chariot Racing: Ancient Roman Games Explained

5 Great Leaders Who Threatened Rome

A Show of Force: The Roman Conquest of Britain

Hadrian’s Travels: Rome’s Absent Ruler

Trajan’s Wars: A Series of Unnecessary Conquests?

10 Facts About Alaric and the Sack of Rome in 410 AD

Trade and Transport at the Height of the Roman Empire

10 Films and Television Series About Julius Caesar

The Ides of March: The Assassination of Julius Caesar Explained

The Last Civil War of the Roman Republic

A Concise Chronology of Ancient Rome: 1,229 Years of Significant Events

The Growth of Christianity in the Roman Empire

The Growth of the Roman Empire Explained

Was the Bar Kokhba Revolt the Start of the Jewish Diaspora?

An Animated Look at the Rise and Fall of Roman Territory: 510 BC – 530 AD

Vomitoria and Horse Senators: 4 Misconceptions About Ancient Rome

8 Women of Ancient Rome Who Had Serious Political Power

8 Historical Inaccuracies From the Film Gladiator

A Superman Makes a Superpower: Julius Caesar’s Conquest of Gaul

The Oldest Obsession: Sex Lives in Ancient Rome

3 Kinds of Ancient Roman Shields

The Vestal Virgins: Rome’s Most Independent Women

5 Key Works of Roman Literature

Frontiers of the Roman Empire: Dividing Us From Them

10 Facts About the Battle of Marathon

3 Key Types of Roman Body Armour

Julius Caesar’s Triumphs and Failures in Britain

Ancient Maps: How Did the Romans See the World?

A Summary of Julius Caesar’s Life and Achievements

Democracy vs. Grandeur: Was Augustus Good or Bad for Rome?

Emperor Constantine’s Victories and Re-unification of the Roman Empire

Attacked From All Sides: The Roman Empire, the Huns and the Barbarian Migrations

Cicero and the End of the Roman Republic

Divorce and Decline: The Division of East and West Roman Empires

66 AD: Was the Great Jewish Revolt Against Rome a Preventable Tragedy?

5 Iconic Roman Helmet Designs

100 Facts About Ancient Rome and the Romans

10 Facts About the Birth of Roman Power

10 Facts About the Punic Wars

10 Facts About Roman Architecture

10 Facts About the Roman Triumvirate

10 Facts About the Roman Games

10 Facts About the Fall of the Roman Empire

Augustus and the Beginning of the Roman Empire

From Village to Empire: The Origins of Ancient Rome

How Emperor Diocletian Put Rome’s House in Order

10 Facts About the Early Life of Julius Caesar

10 Facts About Julius Caesar’s Rise to Power

11 Facts About Julius Caesar’s Military and Diplomatic Conquests

14 Facts About Julius Caesar at the Height of His Power

From Bronze Chunks to Imperial Currency: A Brief History of Roman Coins

5 Memorable Quotes by Julius Caesar – and Their Historical Context

8 Innovations of Roman Architecture

5 Quotes on the ‘Glory of Rome’

Origins of Rome: The Myth of Romulus and Remus

Julius Caesar and Cleopatra: A Match Made in Power

Pompeii: A Snapshot of Ancient Roman Life

Plato’s Republic Explained

5 Important Roman Siege Engines

5 Roman Inventions You Probably Take For Granted

3 Important Roman Legionary Weapons

3 Important Roman Military Tactics

The Fall of the Roman Empire

5 of Rome’s Greatest Emperors

10 of Rome’s Greatest Battles

The Life of Julius Caesar in 55 Facts

10 Troubles of Ancient Rome

Who Was Emperor Augustus?

5 Surprising Inventions of Ancient Rome

6 Ways Julius Caesar Changed Rome and the World

Who Was the Real Spartacus?

Roman Aqueducts: Technological Marvels That Supported an Empire

Rome in Chaos: The Year of the 4 Emperors

The Hidden History of Roman London

The Roman Army: The Force That Built an Empire

The Marvel of North Africa During Roman Times

What Did the Romans Eat? Food and Drink in Ancient Times

Was Hannibal Rome’s Deadliest Foe?

5 Ways Julius Caesar Used Money to Amass Power

The 12 Gods and Goddesses of Pagan Rome

20 Facts About Alexander the Great

When Was the Battle of Allia and What Was Its Significance?

How Did Alexander the Great Die?

How Old is Stonehenge and Who Built It?

10 Facts About Stonehenge

10 Facts About Hadrian’s Wall

Did Emperor Nero Really Start the Great Fire of Rome?

10 of the Best Roman Buildings and Sites Still Standing in Europe

11 of the Best Roman Sites in Britain

10 Famous Ancient Egyptian Pharaohs

10 Facts About the Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt

Why the Battle of Cannae Was Hannibal’s Greatest Victory

10 Facts About the ‘Glory of Rome’

Who Was Emperor Nero, How Long Was His Reign and When Did He Die?

1453: The Final Fall of the Roman Empire

197: The Biggest Battle in Roman History at Lugdunum

Who Was Emperor Charlemagne and What Were His Accomplishments?

49 BC: Caesar Crosses the Rubicon

312: Constantine Wins The Battle of Milvian Bridge

202 BC: The Battle of Zama

511: The Death of Clovis: First King of France

The Year of the 6 Emperors