Tag: Imperial

Until the Chinese communist party came to power in 1949, Chinese law mandated that a man could have only one wife but as many concubines as his wealth allowed. This tradition, which can be traced back to the Han Dynasty of 25 AD to 220 AD, evolved over the years but remained a cornerstone of Chin...

In the spring of 416 BC, the Athenians sent an expedition consisting of thirty-six ships and 1500 troops against the island of Melos. What was unusual about the expedition was that Melos, as a colony of Sparta, had never been a member of the Delian League and never been part of the Athenian Emp...

Members of the equite and senatorial classes of Rome are the focus of most Ancient historians. This is because they made up the majority of political figures as well as the majority of ancient scholars themselves. Nearly every Roman Emperor prior to the second century CE belonged to these ...

If you’ve been reading the news at all lately, you’re probably under the impression that men are really fascinated by ancient Rome. What began as a funny little meme on social media telling women that the men in their lives thought about Rome a lot soon became a thing,&nbs...

Located in the heart of Tokyo is the iconic Tokyo Imperial Palace where the current Emperor and royal family of Japan resides. Home to cultural heritage and stunning architecture, it’s also an amazing place for a leisurely walk with friends and family! An Iconic Backdrop One of the m...

During the reign of Emperor Franz Josef (1848–1916), the hofball was the biggest party of the year. Of the two royal balls held during Carnival season, the hofball was the larger and less exclusive. No one got an invitation. A royal announcement was simply posted, and anyone eligi...

Until the Chinese communist party came to power in 1949, Chinese law mandated that a man could have only one wife but as many concubines as his wealth allowed. This tradition, which can be traced back to the Han Dynasty of 25 AD to 220 AD, evolved over the years but remained a cornerstone of Chin...