Ancient Rome

The Second Punic War (218-202 BC) Timeline

Almost yearly timeline of events leading up to and through the Second Punic War. Also Livy`s analysis of the causes of the Second Punic War | Causes of the Second Punic War | Timeline of the Second Punic War | Alternative scenarios | After the Second Punic War...

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Ancient Rome Images

Ancient Rome Images offers a visual journey into the grandeur, achievements, and daily life of one of history's most renowned civilizations. This curated collection of images provides a captivating glimpse into the art, architecture, culture, and legacy of Ancient Rome. The collection features a wide array of images that showcase the magnificence o...

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The Gladiator

"The Gladiator" is a historical action-drama film that transports viewers to the grandeur and brutality of ancient Rome's gladiatorial arenas. Released in 2000 and directed by Ridley Scott, the film stars Russell Crowe in the iconic role of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a Roman general turned gladiator. Set against the backdrop of the Roman Empire duri...

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The Romans

HTML Supplement to my BKA 40a program "The Romans" which can be downloaded from ZDnet.com...

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Lucius Aurelius Commodus (AD 161 - AD 192)

Commodus didn't only fail to measure up to the high standards set by his father, he went down in history as a monster., a megalomaniac who thought himself a god, had the months renamed in his honour and delighted in playing the gladiator in the circus. From the Illustrated History of the Roman Empire at roman-empire.net...

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Commodus - Emperor A.D 180 - 192

Commodus, the Roman emperor who reigned from AD 180 to 192, is a figure often remembered for his contrasting legacy to his father, Marcus Aurelius. While his father was known for his wisdom and stoicism, Commodus' reign was marked by extravagance, erratic behavior, and a departure from the virtuous rule of the "Five Good Emperors." As the son of Ma...

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Marcus Aurelius

Marcus Aurelius, often referred to as the philosopher-emperor, stands as a prominent figure in ancient Roman history. As the last of the "Five Good Emperors," his reign from 161 to 180 AD marked a period of relative stability and enlightened leadership in the Roman Empire. Renowned for his Stoic philosophy, Marcus Aurelius' reflections on life, eth...

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The Roman Map of Britain

The "Roman Map of Britain" is a historical representation of the geographical layout of the Roman province of Britannia during the height of the Roman Empire's presence in the island. This map offers a detailed visual overview of the Roman infrastructure, settlements, roads, and important landmarks that characterized Roman Britain from the 1st to t...

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Map of the Roman Empire

The "Map of the Roman Empire" is a visual representation that offers a comprehensive overview of the vast territorial extent and intricate administrative divisions of the ancient Roman Empire. This map showcases the regions, cities, provinces, and major landmarks that characterized the expansive domain of one of the most influential civilizations i...

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Antique and Medieval Atlas

An Online Encyclopedia of Roman Emperors: The DIR and ORB Ancient and Medieval Atlas The Online Encyclopedia of Roman Emperors, hosted by the Directory of Imperial Rome (DIR), is a rich and comprehensive resource that offers detailed information about the emperors who ruled over the Roman Empire. This invaluable online encyclopedia provides a wealt...

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