Tag: Ancient Rome

Caesar, Gaius Julius (100-44 BC), Roman general and statesman, who laid the foundations of the Roman imperial system. Caesar(died 44 B.C.E.) By Plutarch Written 75 A.C.E. After Sylla became master of Rome, he wished to make Caesar put away his wife Cornelia, daughter of Cinna, the late sole ruler of ...

Step into the sandals of the formidable Roman servicemen, the backbone of one of history's most powerful empires. In this exploration, we delve into the lives, duties, and unwavering loyalty of these soldiers who stood at the forefront of Rome's military might, shaping the course of ancient history....

Lectures The Geography of ItalyThe EtruscansThe Roman RepublicRoman Expansion and the Punic WarsThe Civil WarThe Rise of Julius CasearInstructional Goal: Students will know the major developments of the Etruscan civilization and understand the impact it had on the Roman civilization. I. The earliest...

Lectures The Geography of ItalyThe EtruscansThe Roman RepublicRoman Expansion and the Punic WarsThe Civil WarThe Rise of Julius CasearInstructional Goal: Students will know the major elements of the govenment of the Roman Republic and understand how these impacted the formation of the United States ...

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Lectures The Geography of ItalyThe EtruscansThe Roman RepublicRoman Expansion and the Punic WarsThe Civil WarThe Rise of Julius CasearInstructional Goal: Students will know the major facts reference the Punic Wars and understand the implications of Roman expansion on the future Roman Empire. I. Rome...

Lucius Domitius Aurelianus was born of poor parents on 9 September AD 214 in Lower Moesia.His father was a tenant farmer of a wealthy senator Aurelius, after whom the family were named. Aurelian rose through the ranks of the army, serving with distinction on the Danube frontier.By AD 268, when Aureo...

Rome, as the capital of the Roman empire, was the most important city. The city grew and so it became occupied by important buildings. These buildings are all built close to each other making a center for entertainment and other causes like political leaders going to the Forum. These buildings are t...

Welcome to a fascinating journey through time as we delve into the intriguing world of historical archaeology! In this post, we'll explore the enigmatic Temple of Diana, a captivating relic from antiquity that continues to inspire wonder and curiosity. Temple of Diana: A Brief Overview The Temple of...

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