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Colosseum: Rome, History, Facts, & Architecture
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Colosseum: Rome, History, Facts, & Architecture

The Colosseum, originally known as the Flavian Amphitheater, is a huge amphitheater in the center of Rome, Italy. Built of concrete and stone, it was the largest amphitheater in the…
Vesuvius: Volcano, Eruption, & Activity
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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…
Pompeii: Volcano, Eruption, History, Italy
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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…
Pantheon: Rome, Architecture, Build, & Dome Construction
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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
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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
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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?…
10 Best Marcus Aurelius Quotes in Meditations
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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,…
Marcus Aurelius: Philosopher, Last of the Five Good Emperors
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Marcus Aurelius: Philosopher, Last of the Five Good Emperors

If we consider the more than 1,000 years of Roman history that passed from the founding in 753 BC to the fall in 476 AD, few figures shine as brightly…
Roman Emperors: The Ultimate Guide and Story of Their Reign
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Roman Emperors: The Ultimate Guide and Story of Their Reign

The transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire marked a pivotal moment in history, bringing forth a line of rulers known as Roman emperors. This article embarks on…
Augustus Caesar: First Emperor of the Roman Empire
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Augustus Caesar: First Emperor of the Roman Empire

Augustus Caesar, born Gaius Octavius, was the first Roman Emperor from 27 BC to 14 AD. His rule marked the shift from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire.

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