Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus: the young Roman general who turned the tide of the Second Punic War—conquered Spain, defeated Hannibal at Zama, and secured Rome’s supremacy.
The Roman Senate: how SPQR, auctoritas vs. imperium, and figures from Cato to Cicero and Caesar shaped the Republic, its fall, and the Senate’s lasting legacy.
Discover how ancient Roman military innovations—from psychological warfare to logistics management—continue to influence today's battlefield tactics and strategic thinking across global militaries.
Discover how forgotten female scientists of ancient Rome shaped modern medicine, architecture, and agriculture. Their revolutionary work continues to influence your daily life in surprising ways.
Stoicism, an ancient Greek philosophy, emerged in Athens in the early 3rd century BCE, founded by Zeno of Citium. It emphasizes self-control and resilience as means to navigate life's challenges. The philosophy advocates for living in harmony with nature and reason, considering virtue the highest good. As Stoicism permeated Roman culture, it significantly influenced their ethical framework.
