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BCE is the traditional date of the founding of Rome. What does archaeology reveal about when it was really founded?
Caligula was adored by the people of Rome, too, in part because of their love for Germanicus but also out of sympathy for the ...
I’ve found it necessary to root myself in anything that feels rehumanizing, whether it’s art or literature or learning.
When you’re the emperor Augustus, they let you do it.
King Charles and Queen Camilla have had a private meeting with Pope Francis at the Vatican where he wished them a happy 20th ...
Gladiator combat is a well-documented aspect of ancient Roman society, but the physical remains of fighters have remained ...
The King and Queen were formally welcomed to Italy ... They listened intently as Mr Angela explained how the once bustling heart of ancient Rome was largely destroyed by a major earthquake in ...
The King and Queen will see more of Rome's ancient monuments on Tuesday, including a trip to the Colosseum. The visit comes after the King had recently spent a short time in hospital over temporary ...
Rome was famous for rejecting the idea of kingship. For almost 500 years, Rome was a staunch Republic, with rules in place to ...