Discover how five revolutionary Roman military innovations – from the impenetrable testudo formation to their professional army structure – transformed ancient warfare and continue to influence modern military strategy today.
Discover how ancient Roman religious templates continue to influence modern worship practices, from the calendar you follow to the architecture of your place of worship—revealing connections that bridge millennia of human spirituality.
A groundbreaking Pompeii villa discovery reveals sophisticated artistic techniques thought impossible for first-century Romans, forcing historians to rewrite the timeline of ancient art history.
Discover how the corvus boarding bridge transformed Rome from a land-based power to the dominant naval force in the Mediterranean, revolutionizing warfare and securing an empire through a single brilliant innovation.
Discover how three ancient Roman trade routes laid the foundation for today's global economy, influencing everything from your morning coffee supply chain to international shipping regulations.
Discover the surprising truth about sexuality in ancient Rome that history books sanitize—from power dynamics trumping gender to sexual customs that challenge everything we thought we knew about this influential civilization.
Discover how ancient Roman legal innovations continue to safeguard your fundamental rights in the modern world. From property ownership to fair trials, Rome's lasting legacy shapes the protections you rely on every day.
Romulus and Remus, born to Rhea Silvia and Mars, founded Rome in 753 BCE. Their rivalry led to Romulus killing Remus, highlighting ambition's dark consequences.
