Tag: Roman

I am told that a translation from English to Hindi Roman is needed and I can be compensated with fame. The woman says that my previous translation was successful and they almost got the whole manuscript translated. I ask her if she knows the lineage of her family, and she says that her grandfathe...

I have been to Budapest on quite a few occasions. I have explored the Hungarian capital and the adjoining areas in great detail. Besides, I have also traveled to a few other cities in this beautiful, landlocked country. Debrecen, Szeged, and Pécs are decent additions to a traveler’s rep...

Serbian archaeologists recently uncovered a third-century Roman triumphal arch, unveiling a fascinating chapter in the region’s history. \ The arch was unearthed at the Viminacium archaeological site, a Roman city close to the town of Kostolac, approximately 70 kilometers (45 miles) east of...

The Roman dodecahedron is a captivating and enigmatic artifact that has long captivated the imaginations of archaeologists and historians alike. With its intricate design and perplexing purpose, these small, hollow objects have been the subject of much debate and speculation for centuries. More t...

The authority of Roman officials has always had a sacred aspect since ancient times. It was believed that the gods guided state decisions, especially “the father of gods,” Jupiter, and “the benevolent counselor” Juno. The legendary Numa Pompilius, the second king of Rome, fou...

What makes a Roman emperor either good or bad? Do we reward the emperors who had military prowess and kept the enemies of Rome subdued over emperors who chose a policy of peace? How do we rate emperors from different eras? Should we judge emperors solely on their accomplishments during their lifetim...

In the 5th century AD, the Western Roman Empire ceased to exist. Its last emperor was Romulus Augustulus, the son of the patrician Flavius Orestes. The nickname “Augustulus” was given to him mockingly, meaning “little Augustus”. In reality, the Empire (or rather, what was lef...

The Roman Empire, renowned for its unprecedented territorial conquests and political influence, also left an indelible mark on the world through its architectural prowess. Roman architecture, a testament to the empire’s grandeur and ingenuity, has stood the test of time, influencing building d...

Who hasn’t heard of the legendary King Arthur, the Celtic leader of Britain? Under his rule, he unified the country and successfully resisted the Saxon invasion. In legends, Arthur is named the son of the Brittonic king Uther Pendragon, raised far from his father under the supervision of the w...

The rise of Rome and the Third-Century Crisis For centuries, Rome, the Eternal City, was the dominant power of Western Eurasia. Starting from their humble backgrounds, the citizens of the Roman Republic subdued the inhabitants of the Italian peninsula by the 3rd century BC. With Italy under...