The study of ancient history uncovered civilizations, innovations, achievements, and legacies that laid the foundation for the modern world.
Explore the Roman origins of modern legal systems. Learn how the Twelve Tables, contract laws, and the Lex Aquilia established the foundations for justice and property rights.
The ancient city of Cahokia was one of North America’s largest cities until its abandonment and the vanishing of its people.
Ancient Roman laws had a huge impact on Roman society. The Roman legal system was established following rising demand for written rights by commoners.
Spanning many decades, the fall of the Roman Empire was a long process, studded with tragedy and catastrophic failures.
Roman society was highly patriarchal with strict gender roles, but female gladiators broke boundaries to find fame in the Empire’s dangerous arenas.
Ancient Roman warfare was dominated by religion, with many ritualized practices governing its conduct and progress.
The Dionysiaca is a 5th-century CE poem about the life of Dionysus, describing his journey to India and triumphant return to the west.
Shortly after opening Tutankhamun’s tomb, many of Howard Carter’s team were dead. Many believe they were victims of the mummy’s curse. What happened to them?