PinnedSPQR | Ancient Rome and the Ancient WorldHarpastum — ancient Roman prototype of soccer and rugbySoccer is perceived by many as a modern invention, but in fact various ball games have been known since ancient times. Not surprisingly…Feb 22, 20231Feb 22, 20231
SPQR | Ancient Rome and the Ancient WorldWhat is the longest war in history?Throughout its history, humanity has witnessed numerous wars. In Europe, there have been major wars lasting 30 or even 100 years. However…22h ago22h ago
SPQR | Ancient Rome and the Ancient WorldWhat caused the decline of morals in the Roman Empire?Throughout all times and eras, among various peoples, there existed the notion of a “Golden Age.” People were simple and wise during this…22h ago122h ago1
SPQR | Ancient Rome and the Ancient World7 Common Misconceptions about Ancient RomeSince antiquity is so far removed from us in time, with few reliable literary sources and archaeological artifacts surviving, many…1d ago1d ago
SPQR | Ancient Rome and the Ancient WorldHow the Romans Conquered SpainBeginning with the First Punic War, which started in 264 BCE, the Romans contested control of various lands, including Spain, against…1d ago1d ago
SPQR | Ancient Rome and the Ancient WorldWho were the Illyrians?The Greeks referred to the western part of the Balkan Peninsula as Illyria. As a result, all the local peoples were collectively known to…2d ago2d ago
SPQR | Ancient Rome and the Ancient WorldWould Cleopatra Be Considered Beautiful by Modern Standards?Only one bust of the famous Egyptian queen Cleopatra has survived. It depicts her appearance in the last years of her life — she committed…2d ago42d ago4
SPQR | Ancient Rome and the Ancient WorldCould a Free Roman Woman Be Involved with a Slave?Judging by the Roman laws concerning how to deal with a free Roman woman who became involved with a slave, such occurrences were not…2d ago12d ago1
SPQR | Ancient Rome and the Ancient WorldWho Were the Dacians, and Why Did the Romans Fight Them?The first mentions of the people living in the area of modern-day Romania can be found in the works of Homer. These people were…4d ago14d ago1
SPQR | Ancient Rome and the Ancient WorldWhy Did the Ancient Romans Wear Togas?The word “toga” comes from the Latin “tego,” meaning “to cover.” Initially, this type of outerwear was simply a covering. The toga appeared…4d ago4d ago