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The study of ancient history uncovered civilizations, innovations, achievements, and legacies that laid the foundation for the modern world.
In 196 CE, two rivals for imperial power, Septimius Severus and Clodius Albinus, clashed at the Battle of Lugdunum, the largest battle in Roman history.
For the aristocracy of ancient Greece and Rome, suicide, if carried out “correctly,” could constitute a “noble death,” bestowing dignity on the deceased.
The Celts still fascinate today and are often referred to in modern popular culture, from movies to tattoos. But do modern representations reflect the historical Celts?
The Neo-Assyrian Empire is synonymous with merciless warfare and barbaric methods of subjugation. Here are four of the Empire’s most cruel kings.
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.
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.
The Hittites built a successful empire in the ancient Near East. Their military success was based on their religion, technology, and military tactics.
For millennia, we have been fascinated by the myth of Atlantis. The rumor began with the Greek philosopher Plato. What did he really reveal about Atlantis?