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Timeline of Roman history

The timeline of Roman history spans over a millennium, from the legendary founding of Rome by Romulus in 753 BC to the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD. This period is divided into several key eras that shaped the development of Rome into a dominant civilization. The Roman Kingdom (753–509 BC) was the period when Rome was ruled by kings....

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The Kings of Early Rome

Rome, known for its rich history and powerful empire, was once ruled by legendary kings who laid the foundation for the city's greatness. The era of the Kings of Early Rome is a mix of myth and history, with stories of heroism, betrayal, and ambition. One of the most famous kings of early Rome is Romulus, the city's legendary founder. According to...

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The Jewish Diaspora: Rome

The Jewish community in the Roman Diaspora dates back to the second century BCE and was comparatively large. Several synagogues and catacombs are known. After the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 CE, the community remained at some distance from the new, rabbinical Judaism of Judaeae, maintaining several archaic traits. The history of the Jewish comm...

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A Taste of the Ancient World: Greco-Roman eating, drinking,

Exploring the culinary traditions of the ancient Greco-Roman world offers a fascinating glimpse into the eating and drinking habits of these ancient civilizations. Food and drink played a significant role in the social, cultural, and religious aspects of daily life in both ancient Greece and Rome. Ancient Greeks believed in the importance of moder...

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The Roman Republic

from The Revolt against King Tarquin to Octavian the sole ruler of Rome. The Latin words res publica which are perhaps best translated as 'public affairs' are the source of today's term 'republic'. Before setting out on reading about the history of the Roman republic, please find here the various offices and assemblies which were created in order ...

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The Roman amphitheatre

The Roman amphitheatre was the centre of entertainment in Rome, and all over the Roman Empire. Ruins of amphitheaters can be found all over the empire . The largest amphitheatre in the empire was the Colosseum. It could seat up to 50,000 people at once. The amphitheatre was the place where people went to see fights. These fights were between slav...

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A Chronology of the Roman Empire

The Roman Empire was one of the most powerful and influential civilizations in history. Spanning over a thousand years, its history is rich and complex. Here is a brief chronology of the key events and periods of the Roman Empire: The Roman Kingdom (753 BC – 509 BC) According to tradition, Rome was founded in 753 BC by Romulus. This period saw the...

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Dead Romans

Rome, once a thriving ancient civilization, was home to some of history's greatest leaders and warriors. The Romans conquered vast territories, leaving their mark on the world with their impressive architecture, military tactics, and legal systems. However, even the mightiest of empires meet their end, and the fall of Rome brought about the demise ...

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About The Everyday Lives Of Roman Slaves

Although some information survives to us about Roman slavery, and due to archeological conquests, a great deal of knowledge can be gathered about the general slave system, little is known about the everyday lives of slaves. However, enough is known to give general overview of slave`s lives. It is understood that slaves performed a wide variety of d...

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Roman Republic Timeline

The Roman Republic was a pivotal period in ancient Roman history that lasted from 509 BC to 27 BC. During this time, Rome evolved from a monarchy to a republic, which eventually paved the way for the Roman Empire. Here is a timeline highlighting key events in the Roman Republic: 509 BC: The traditional date for the establishment of the Roman Re...

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