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Caligula Became Emperor by Accident | The Life & Times of Sejanus
Caligula Became Emperor by Accident | The Life & Times of Sejanus
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The First Roman Hero was a Trojan
So Romulus is the traditional founder of Rome, but the Romans traced their history back even further. In the Iliad, Aeneas is a minor character, one of the dozens of princes of Troy, but in Roman mythology he went on to lead his family...
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Ancient Rome - The Dynasties Of Rome
For centuries, Italy was the center of civilization, with its capital in Rome, “the Eternal City”. The Romans created the largest empire the ancient world ever saw. Its influence extended outward and in time encompassed almost the entire...
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Italy, Rome, Roman Forum - Curia Julia
The new senate house begun by Julius Caesar in 44 B.C., just before his assassination. Work continued under the triumvirs and the building was completed and dedicated in 29 B.C. by Augustus.
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Italy, Pompeii - Temple of Vespasian
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
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What did Augustus Look Like? The famous Emperor's history, statues, and facial reconstruction.
I'm an artist that uses photoshop to bring old images and statues into the modern day. Augustus is a fascinating Roman Emperor of history. His image was spread far and wide across the empire, and there are many depictions of him...
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Livia Drusilla - History & Recreation of the Famous Roman Consort as a Modern Day Woman
I'm an artist that uses photoshop to bring old images and statues into the modern day. I use photo-compositing and digital drawing techniques to achieve a more photo-realistic appearance. Welcome to the time-lapse creation of my...
Weird History
What Was Hygiene Like For Roman Emperors
The norms and conventions of the ancient Roman world largely dictated the hygiene practices of its emperors - as did their personal vanity, practicality, and access to luxury. Physical representations of these men on coins and in busts...
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Kandake Amanirenas: Conquering Queen of Kush
Kandake Amanirenas is one of the most celebrated rulers of the Ancient Kingdom of Kush, located in the region of Nubia, which we now know as Sudan. She ruled from 40BC to 10BC.
Kandake - also known as Candace, Kendake or...
Kandake - also known as Candace, Kendake or...
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Our most popular historical recreations from 2021: TOP 5!
Our most popular historical recreations from 2021: TOP 5!
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Italy, Rome, Roman Forum - Basilica Julia
The Basilica Julia was a structure that once stood in the Roman Forum. It was a large, ornate, public building used for meetings and other official business during the early Roman Empire. Its ruins have been excavated. What is left from...
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Great Northern War - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Great Northern War
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Invading Russia - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Invading Russia
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Art History: Ancient Rome: Head of Augustus
This video [5:15] discusses the Roman, Head of Augustus, c. 27-25 BCE, bronze and glass, 46.2 cm high x 26.5 cm wide x 29.4 cm deep, (British Museum, London) Speakers: Pippa Couch and Rachel Ropeik.
BBC
Bbc Podcasts: Episode 35: Head of Augustus 21 May 2010
Head of Augustus, the first Roman emperor. Neil MacGregor, Director of the British Museum, looks at one of the world's most famous rulers, whose powerful, God-like status is brilliantly enshrined in a 2000-year-old bronze head with...