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Ancient History

The study of ancient history uncovered civilizations, innovations, achievements, and legacies that laid the foundation for the modern world.

Battle of Himera: Carthage vs. Ancient Greeks of Sicily
Battle of Himera: Carthage vs. Ancient Greeks of Sicily

In 480 BCE, two great powers, Greece and Carthage, met near a small town in Sicily to decide the fate of the Mediterranean at the Battle of Himera.

What Would a Day in the Public Baths of Ancient Rome Look Like?
What Would a Day in the Public Baths of Ancient Rome Look Like?

Most residents of Rome took a daily trip to the public baths, where they not only got clean but caught up on the latest news and culture.

How Were Handles Made on Ancient Minoan Pottery?
How Were Handles Made on Ancient Minoan Pottery?

Crafting handles on Minoan jars or vases required considerable skill and knowledge of the suitable materials to achieve the desired result.

How Long Would It Take for an Ancient Traveler to See All Seven Wonders?
How Long Would It Take for an Ancient Traveler to See All Seven Wonders?

Retrace the epic journey of an ancient traveler, exploring the lost wonders of the world. Only the Great Pyramid of Giza remains for us today.

How the Hittites Used Fear & Strategy to Create a Bronze Age Empire
How the Hittites Used Fear & Strategy to Create a Bronze Age Empire

The Hittites built a successful empire in the ancient Near East. Their military success was based on their religion, technology, and military tactics.

The Secrets of Mycenaean Gold in Ancient Greece
The Secrets of Mycenaean Gold in Ancient Greece

Mycenaean gold artifacts, such as the mysterious "Mask of Agamemnon," reveal hidden insights into a Bronze Age civilization.

Octavia the Younger, the Roman Woman Who Shaped an Empire
Octavia the Younger, the Roman Woman Who Shaped an Empire

Octavia the Younger, the sister of Augustus and wife of Mark Antony, was one of the most important women in the establishment of Rome’s first imperial dynasty.

Did Rome “Abduct” Mithras, the Persian Sun God?
Did Rome “Abduct” Mithras, the Persian Sun God?

The Romans adopted the Persian cult of Mithras from their enemies. But why did they do that, and what was the ancient practice of “God stealing”?