Army & Battles – Roman Empire

The Punic Wars: First, Second, and Third, With Maps

The Punic Wars: First, Second, & Third, With Maps

The Punic Wars, a series of three significant conflicts between Carthage and Rome, spanned from 264 BCE to 146 BCE. These wars, fought over territorial disputes, economic control, and political…

Gaius Marius: Military Reforms, the Cimbri, & Sulla

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Gaius Marius: Military Reforms, Cimbrian War, & Sulla

Gaius Marius, a prominent figure in Roman history, is best known for his remarkable military reforms and contributions to the late Roman Republic during the turbulent first century BCE. He…

Army & Battles Society & Culture

Roman Empire Flag: SPQR, Facts & History

The Roman Empire, one of the most influential and enduring civilizations in history, is often associated with its iconic imagery, including its flag. While the Romans did not have a…

Army & Battles Places Republic

Rubicon River: Italy, Definition, Julius Caesar, & Facts

The Rubicon River, located in northeastern Italy, is a relatively modest waterway that has played an outsized role in history, particularly during the time of Julius Caesar. This unassuming river…

Army & Battles

Roman Army: Structure, Ranks, Names, Equipment & Facts

This article provides an in-depth exploration of the Roman army, encompassing its hierarchical structure, meticulously crafted equipment, rigorous training regimens, daily routines, and the enduring legacy it imprinted on the history of the Roman Republic and Empire.

Army & Battles Society & Culture

Roman Triumph: History, Significance, & Examples

The Roman Triumph, known as "Triumphus" in Latin, stands as one of the most iconic and celebrated ceremonies in the history of ancient Rome. It was a grand and elaborate…

Army & Battles Empire People

Germanicus: The Beloved General of Rome

Germanicus, whose full name was Germanicus Julius Caesar, was a prominent Roman military leader and statesman during the early 1st century AD. Born in 15 BC, Germanicus is celebrated in…

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Hadrian’s Wall: History, England, Map

If you've ever read or heard about the Roman Empire at school, you're probably familiar with Hadrian's Wall. But what is it really? And why is it so important? Below…

Queen Cleopatra: Biography, Death, & Affair With Caesar

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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…

Army & Battles People Republic

Sulla: Social War, Civil War, Dictatorship, & Proscriptions

Lucius Cornelius Sulla, known to history simply as Sulla, was a towering figure in the late Roman Republic, whose actions left an indelible mark on Roman politics and society. Born…

The Punic Wars: First, Second, & Third, With Maps

Gaius Marius: Military Reforms, Cimbrian War, & Sulla

Roman Empire Flag: SPQR, Facts & History

Rubicon River: Italy, Definition, Julius Caesar, & Facts

Roman Army: Structure, Ranks, Names, Equipment & Facts

Roman Triumph: History, Significance, & Examples

Germanicus: The Beloved General of Rome

Hadrian’s Wall: History, England, Map

Queen Cleopatra: Biography, Affair With Caesar, & Death

Sulla: Social War, Civil War, Dictatorship, & Proscriptions

Lake Nemi (Lago di Nemi): A Traveler’s Guide

Lake Nemi Ships: Museum Highlights (Sunken Roman Ships)

Baths of Caracalla: Rome, Photos (Terme di Caracalla)

Arch of Constantine: Rome, Italy, Photos & Guide

Hadrian’s Villa (Villa Adriana): Tivoli, Italy

Roman Architecture 101: The Ultimate VISUAL Guide (2024)

Hades, God of the Underworld in Greek Mythology (Pluto)

Dionysus God of Wine, Pleasure and Festivities (Bacchus)

Zeus God of the Sky & Thunder, King of the Gods (Jupiter)

Nemesis, Goddess of Retribution in Roman Mythology

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