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Today the Ides of March survives as a powerful historical metaphor. What was once simply a day for settling debts and ...

Marcus Junius Brutus was a Roman politician, leader, orator—and one of history’s most infamous assassins. Why did he launch a conspiracy to kill Julius Caesar?

All the crucial naval battles in the history of Europe except two—the crushing of the Spanish Armada, and Jutland—have been fought on one piece of water. It is not even dignified with the name of ...

After decades of closure, the Mausoleum of Augustus in Rome has reopened to the public following a massive restoration project. Visitors can now explore the ancient passageways, terraces, and burial ...

In 476 AD, Romulus Augustus was deposed. Modern textbooks call it the fall of Rome. But the Romans themselves did not. Life in Italy continued. Coins were minted in the name of the emperor in ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. They say all roads lead to Rome. But in the Eternal City, all of ...

The ancient city of Nicopolis stands as the largest ancient city in Greece and one of the most impressive archaeological sites in the region of Epirus.

Legendary actor Robert Duvall, who passed away at 95, had a career filled with unforgettable characters — from his roles in The Godfather to Apocalypse Now — but there was one role he returned to ...

Herod built an elaborate palace fortress on the 300-foot mountain, Herodium, to commemorate his victory in a crucial battle. Duby Tal / Albatross / IsraelImages Shielding my eyes from the glare of the ...