Vesuvius: Volcano, Eruption, & Activity
In the early morning hours of August 24, AD 79, Vesuvius erupted with such force that it destroyed the nearby Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. The explosion was so…
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Pompeii: Volcano, Eruption, History, Italy
Pompeii, or Pompei, is a city in Italy that was destroyed and buried in the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. The city was a thriving Roman colony…
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Slavery in Ancient Rome
Slavery is a system in which people are treated as property to be bought and sold, and forced to work. Most people are familiar with the slavery of black people…
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Pantheon: Rome, Architecture, Build, & Dome Construction
The Pantheon in Rome is one of the most iconic structures in the city and a marvel of ancient architecture. Originally built over 2,000 years ago, this remarkable building has…
Emperor Nero: Biography, Fire of Rome, & Christians
Emperor Nero, the last of the Julio-Claudian emperors, remains one of the most controversial and enigmatic figures in Roman history. Born Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus in 37 CE, his reign from…
Christianity: Origin, Spread, & Persecution
Christianity is one of the largest and most influential religions in the world, with over 2.2 billion followers worldwide. But how did this religion come about? What is its origin?…
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Queen Cleopatra: Biography, Affair With Caesar, & Death
Cleopatra was an Egyptian queen known for her beauty, intelligence and political skill. She was born in 69 BC and ruled Egypt for over 20 years. During her life, she…
10 Best Marcus Aurelius Quotes in Meditations
Marcus Aurelius was a Stoic philosopher and Roman emperor who is considered one of the most important figures in the history of Western thought. If you're looking for some inspiration,…
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Democracy in Athens
The word "democracy" comes from the Greek words "demos" (people) and "kratia" (power or rule). So democracy literally means "people power". In the ancient world there were two main types…
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Famous Gladiators
In ancient Rome, gladiators were professional fighters who fought to the death in front of crowds of spectators. Although often slaves, criminals, or prisoners of war, some gladiators were free…