# Roman
40 Facts About the Glorious Rise and Brutal Fall of Constantinople
Istanbul, still called Constantinople in Greek, is a UNESCO world heritage site thanks to its rich history and beautiful, ancient architecture. Istanbul, or Constantinople, has passed through numerous civilizations’ hands from Greek…
All You Need to Know About the Mystery of the Visigoth King Who Inspired Hitler and Reversed the Flow of a River
The death and burial of Alaric 1, feared leader of the Visigoths, in 410 A.D., is surrounded by mystery and…
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…
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…
Emperor Nero Competed in The Olympics’ Chariot racing With 6 Horses More Than His Competitors
The Roman Emperor Nero is known for many things. Primarily, he is known as one of the most infamous arsonists…
A Terrorist Plot in Ancient Rome: Uncovering the Catiline Conspiracy
If a terrorist is defined as someone who uses violence and intimidation as a means of pursuing political aims, the…
8 Ancient Monuments Destroyed By Modern War
War has torn apart nations and destroyed civilizations. It is only through luck and perseverance that ruins from the ancient…
Popes Behaving Badly: 8 Dreadful Papal Scandals From the Middle Ages
The position of Pope is considered to be the holiest in the Catholic faith. Few positions are held to higher…
Today In History: Emperor Valentinian III is Assassinated (455)
On this day in 455, Valentinian III was assassinated. He was 35-years-old at the time of his death. Valentinian was the…