Kelly graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a BA in History and is currently working at the Downers Grove Historical Museum. She is working towards a career in artifacts and collections management for museums. Her main interests are in Ancient Roman history, Medieval Europe, and American history.

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Augustus managed to maintain his position as absolute ruler of the Roman Empire for more than 40 years in a society that hated the idea of kingship.

How Did Augustus Become Rome’s Longest-Reigning Emperor?

ancient roman monuments survived modern day

Monuments like the Colosseum and Castel Sant’Angelo were built in ancient times, and were repaired and repurposed over the centuries, which is why they still stand today.

Kelly O’Shea

Articles by Kelly O’Shea