Greco-Roman

History of Rome (Books 6-10)

[Livy][Greco-Roman writings] Book 6: The Reconciliation of the Orders - (389 - 366 B.C.); Book 7: Frontier Wars - (366 - 341 B.C.); Book 8: The First Samnite War and Settlement of Latium - (341 -321 B.C.); Book 9: The Second Samnite War - (321 - 304 B.C.); Book 10: The Third Samnite War - (303 - 293 B.C.)...

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Life of Vitellius

The life of Aulus Vitellius, often simply referred to as Vitellius, was marked by political intrigue, rapid rise to power, and a tumultuous reign as the Roman Emperor. Vitellius held the title of Roman Emperor for a very brief period in the year 69 CE, during the Year of the Four Emperors, a chaotic time in Roman history. Here is an overview of the...

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Geography

[Strabo][Greco-Roman writings] Perseus Encyclopedia...

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Description of Greece - Book 4

[Pausanius][Greco-Roman writings] Perseus Encyclopedia...

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Life of Pyrrhus

Pyrrhus of Epirus, commonly known as Pyrrhus, was a renowned ancient Greek general and statesman who lived during the Hellenistic period in the 3rd century BCE. His life was characterized by military exploits, particularly in his efforts to expand his kingdom and defend Greek city-states. Here's a concise overview of the life of Pyrrhus: Early Life...

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The Assassination of Julius Caesar

[Plutarch ][Greco-Roman writings]...

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Gallic Wars - Book 7

[Julius Caesar][Greco-Roman writings]...

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History of Rome (Books 21-25) Vol. III

[Livy][Greco-Roman writings] Book 21: From Saguntum to the Trebia; Book 22: The Disaster of Cannae; 23: Hannibal at Capua; Book 24: The Revolution in Syracuse; Book 25: The Fall of Syracuse...

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Life of Domitian

Domitian (51-96 AD) was the last Roman emperor of the Flavian dynasty. He was the son of Vespasian and the younger brother of Titus. Domitian was a controversial emperor, but he was also a complex and fascinating figure. Domitian was born in Rome in 51 AD. He received a good education and was trained in the military. After his father became emperor...

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The Grandeur of Rome

The Grandeur of Rome, also known as The Grandeur That Was Rome, is a phrase used to describe the power, wealth, and cultural achievements of the Roman Empire at its height. The phrase is often attributed to the English poet Edward Gibbon, who used it in the title of his monumental work The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. Gibbon...

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