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Ancient Roman Chariot Races

Ancient Roman chariot races were held in the Circus, such as the Circus Maximus. The festivities such as the Ludi Magni which were celebrated with the chariot races in honour of Jupiter, generally began early in the morning with a religious procession called the "pompa circensis". The procession included religious representatives, all the chariot ...

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Amphitheaters

Most people have heard of the Colosseum in Rome, but there were many other amphitheaters all over the Roman Empire. The first gladiatorial fights, in Etruscan times, were held anywhere that there was a flat place near a hill, so that people could sit on the hillside and watch the fights being held down on the flat area. But there isn't always a con...

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The Roman Colosseum

The Colosseum or Coliseum, originally the Flavian Amphitheatre (Latin: Amphitheatrum Flavium, Italian Anfiteatro Flavio or Colosseo), is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy, the largest ever built in the Roman Empire. It is one of the greatest works of Roman architecture and engineering. Occupying a site just east ...

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Octavian`s Calendar Changes (Octavian Calendar)

Changes to the Julian Calendar made during the time of Caesar Augustus. Prior pages in this series were: An Introduction to Calendars, Days and Weeks, Months and Years, Calendar Structures, 8th to 4th Century B.C. Calendar Changes, 360 - The Trial, Early Roman Calendars, Julian Calendar, Following sections concern: Gregorian Calendar, Fixed-Week Ca...

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The great builders

Perhaps more than any other civilization the Romans are famed for their incredible constructions There appeared almost no limit to what they could do with stones, bricks, mortar and wood. Bridges over the Danube and Rhine, Colosseum, Roads, Aquaeducts, Hagia Sophia, Hadrian's Wall....

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Guide to Early Church Documents

The study of early church documents is essential for understanding the development of Christianity and its beliefs. These ancient texts provide valuable insights into the practices, beliefs, and struggles of the early Christian communities. Here is a guide to some of the most important early church documents: The Didache: Also known as "The Tea...

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Cities and Provinces of the Roman Empire

The Roman Empire was divided into provinces, each governed by a Roman official appointed by the Emperor. The provinces were further divided into cities, which served as administrative centers and hubs of culture and commerce. Some of the most famous cities in the Roman Empire included Rome, the capital city and heart of the empire. Rome was not on...

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Roman Society: The Education of the Young Roman

In ancient Roman society, education played a vital role in shaping the lives of young Romans. The education of a young Roman was considered crucial as it not only prepared them for future responsibilities but also contributed to the overall development of society. For boys in Roman society, education typically began at home. They were taught basic...

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Roman Colosseum

The Roman COLOSSEUM , Flavian amphitheater built over the remains of Nero's "Golden House" in Rome, c. 80 AD. The primary function of an amphitheater was to house spectacles of blood sports--gladiators combats and hunts of wild animals. Early Roman Christians were persecuted in this manner in the Colosseum. The design of an amphitheater basically r...

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Ancient Rome

Ancient Rome was a powerful and influential civilization that dominated the Mediterranean region for centuries. Founded in the 8th century BC, Rome grew from a small town on the Tiber River to an empire that encompassed most of Europe, North Africa, and parts of the Middle East. Rome's political system was a unique blend of monarchy, republic, and...

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