Martyrs? Bacchanalia? Chaucer? Delving into the murky origins of Valentine's Day
According to one legend, Pope Gelasius wanted to put an end to the debauchery in the late fifth century. He declared Feb. 14 ...
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Ancient Greek papyrus reveals dramatic Roman court case
The papyrus details the prosecution of two main defendants: Gadalias, a notary’s son and something of an ancient Roman “bad ...
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What Was Ancient Egypt Like Under Roman Rule?
What was Roman Egypt like? In what ways did it differ from when the Greeks had ruled it during the Ptolemaic period?
Africa's incredible ancient city that's over 2,000 years old and abandoned for 700 years
Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Volubilis is considered one of the most significant and well-preserved Roman ...
Valentine's Day in Ancient Rome
A look at the potential Roman origins of Valentine's Day. What are the origins of Valentine's Day? Perhaps the answer lies in a pagan festival that starts in a cave above Ancient Rome.
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Roman Scroll Discovery Reveals Brazen 1,890-Year-Old Crime
Languages: English, Spanish A remarkable ancient papyrus has shed new ... Gadalias, the son of a notary and possibly a Roman citizen, had a criminal history involving violence, extortion ...
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Vibrant Roman colors and artifacts fit for a king: See the latest discoveries
New sites and artifacts are found all the time, revealing forgotten secrets of the past. Here are some of the latest ...