History

Gaius Julius Caesar

Gaius Julius Caesar (100-44 BC) was a Roman general, statesman, and author. He played a critical role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. Caesar was born into a patrician family, the gens Julia. He was educated in rhetoric and philosophy, and he began his political career in the late 70s BC. ...

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Every day life in Rome

Everyday life in Rome, both in the city of Rome itself and throughout the vast Roman Empire, was characterized by a rich and complex tapestry of activities, customs, and social norms. Here's a short description of what life was like for the ordinary Roman: Urban Living: In Rome, as well as in other major cities of the empire, people lived in multi-...

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Origins of the Days of the Week

DAY of the Week Name Origin (Roman/Greek) Attribute Name Origin (Norse) Attribute Sunday Sun's-day Helios: god of the sun prior to replacement by Apollo in late Greek and Roman mythology; Apollo: twin of Artemis; god of music, prophesy, poetry, healing, archery Sun's-day no known equivalent Monday Moon's-day Selene: goddess of the moon prior to ...

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Roman Provincial Administration

Society for the Promotion of Roman Studies...

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Chronology of Roman Rulers

Chronology of Roman Rulers (200 BCE""565 CE). By Dr. K.C. Hanson...

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