# ancient
Mistresses and Lovers of Historical Figures Who Left Their Mark on History
The title of the royal mistress dates back thousands of years but is not something that you often read about in your history books. Drama and scandal surrounded these women and even…
The Surprising Daily Life in a Sultan’s Harem Revealed
A harem is, on a basic level, a place where women are kept to prevent them from interacting with the…
A Pre-Roman Artifact Found in Spain in 1897 is Still as Mysterious as Ever
The city of Elche in southeastern Spain is a beautiful tourist attraction, home to a perfect blend of beauty and…
Archaeologists Find New Evidence of a Skull Cult in the World’s Oldest Temple
Göbekli Tepe is an archaeological site that dates back over 11,000 years. It is believed by some to be the…
The Bloody Assassination of a Roman Dictator “Julius Caesar”
The murder of Julius Caesar on March 15, 44 BC was one of the most significant assassinations in history. The…
This Man Was Known as Ancient Rome’s ‘Robin Hood’
The legend of Robin Hood is a tale widely known in Western literature. It tells the story of an outlaw…
Who is the First Person in History Whose Name We Know?
Signs of human individuality first began to appear over 30,000 years ago, when artists began to leave their ‘signatures’ in…
This Ancient Roman Soldier Won the Equivalent of the Medal of Honor 6 Times
There is no higher military honor in the U.S. than the Medal of Honor, and only 19 men have won…
Early Conquests: 7 Pivotal Battles that Shaped Early Rome
According to tradition, Rome was founded by Romulus in 753 BC, although excavations have revealed that a wall was built…
Ancient Men of War: The 5 Most Effective Roman Commanders
Many armchair generals have a list of their favorite commanders packed away in the back of their mind somewhere. For…