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The Roman Republic - 1st and 2nd Triumvirates

The Roman Republic, a period in ancient Roman history that lasted from the overthrow of the Roman Kingdom in 509 BC until the establishment of the Roman Empire in 27 BC, was characterized by a complex political system and power struggles among its elites. Two significant political alliances that emerged during this time were the 1st and 2nd Triumvi...

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Antique Roman Dishes - Collection

Antique Roman Dishes - Collection Antiquity enthusiasts and history buffs alike often find themselves captivated by the exquisite craftsmanship of ancient Roman dishes. These culinary artifacts not only serve as functional pieces but also offer a glimpse into the lavish dining culture of a bygone era. The collection of antique Roman dishes is a tes...

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The Famous Baths of the Roman Empire

The Famous Baths of the Roman Empire The Roman Empire was known for its advanced engineering and infrastructure, and one of the most iconic features of Roman civilization was its public baths. The Roman baths were not just places to get clean but also social hubs where people gathered to relax, socialize, and conduct business. One of the most fam...

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Forum Romanum

Forum Romanum is a collaborative project among scholars, teachers, and students with the broad purpose of bringing classical literature out of college libraries and into a more accessible, online medium. Toward this end, we host a number of materials for students of the classical world, including texts, translations, and other pedagogical resources...

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Graffiti From the Walls of Pompeii

Each inscription begins with a reference to where it was found (region.insula.door number). The second number is the reference to the publication of the inscription in the Corpus Inscriptionum Latinarum, Volume 4....

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Roman History, Coins and Technology Site

Roman History, Coins, and Technology Site Welcome to our website dedicated to exploring the rich history of ancient Rome, the fascinating world of Roman coins, and the innovative technologies of the time. Roman History: Step back in time and discover the glory of the Roman Empire. Learn about the rise of Rome, the conquests of Julius Caesar, the ...

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Ancient Roman History Timeline

Ancient Roman History Timeline: 753 BC: Traditional date for the founding of Rome by Romulus. 509 BC: Roman Republic established after the overthrow of the Etruscan monarchy. 264-146 BC: Punic Wars against Carthage lead to Roman dominance in the Western Mediterranean. 44 BC: Julius Caesar assassinated, marking the end of the Roman Republic. 27...

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Rome: Historical Background

The glorious Roman civilization had its origins in small groups of farmers and shepherds who settled along the banks of the Tiber, on the Palatine hills and the surrounding areas....

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The First Triumvirate - Pompey, Crassus, Caesar

Although Sulla gets credit from moderns for resigning his dictatorship, the measures he undertook to ensure that the Republican system would continue to work were not adequate. Things had gone too far; all of the ominous trends which we have noticed in the previous two lectures, i.e political violence in the city, armies whose loyalty belonged in t...

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COOKING FOR THE GODS

The research coordinator and research associate at The University of Pennsylvania for this project have been Michael W. Meister and Pika Ghosh; the curator at the Newark Museum is Valrae Renolds; the exhibition draws on the Nalin collection in the Newark Museum and on the generous gifts of Dr. David Nalin to the University of Pennsylvania for prepa...

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