The study of ancient history uncovered civilizations, innovations, achievements, and legacies that laid the foundation for the modern world.
Bull-leaping was common in the ancient Minoan culture. While it was a regular theme in Minoan art, there are many unanswered questions about the practice.
Here are Aristotle's eight most important surviving works that showcase the breadth of his philosophical interest and his impact on Western thought.
While the Hanging Gardens of Babylon are famous as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, we don’t know where they were or if they really existed.
How did Nero become emperor of Rome? A mix of blue blood and maternal machinations brought him to power, but he would then have to battle his own mother for control.
The Carthaginian general Hannibal Barca is considered one of the greatest military leaders who ever lived, even threatening the might of Rome.
For many thousands of years, human beings have been creating towns and cities in which to live. Here are some of the first cities we ever built.
Thucydides’ account of the confrontation between Athens and Melos poses the question, does might make right?
Ancient Rome is sometimes remembered fondly for its adherence to republican democracy. But, by the first century it was promoting worship of its emperors.