Mussolini`s Gladius: The Double-Edged Sword of Antiquity in Fascist
... Medieval history after the coronation of Charlemagne in 800 A.D. revolved around the central Papal States and the many Italian city states that dotted the peninsula. The Catholic Church dominated religious affairs in central and western Europe for centuries, and had become an extremely wealthy insti ...
... Medieval history after the coronation of Charlemagne in 800 A.D. revolved around the central Papal States and the many Italian city states that dotted the peninsula. The Catholic Church dominated religious affairs in central and western Europe for centuries, and had become an extremely wealthy insti ...
History of Roman Literature from its Earliest
... love of rural retirement which originated in the mode of life of the ancient Italians, and was augmented by the pleasing contrast which the undisturbed repose and simple enjoyments of rural existence presented to the bustle of an immense and agitated capital. In the last point of view that has been ...
... love of rural retirement which originated in the mode of life of the ancient Italians, and was augmented by the pleasing contrast which the undisturbed repose and simple enjoyments of rural existence presented to the bustle of an immense and agitated capital. In the last point of view that has been ...
Laughter in Ancient Rome: On Joking, Tickling, and
... provinces of Africa, Dalmatia, and Pannonia. But he is now better known as the author of an eighty-volume history of Rome, written in Greek, covering the period from the mythical arrival of Aeneas in Italy up till his own day, well over a millennium later, in the third century CE—and it is in one of ...
... provinces of Africa, Dalmatia, and Pannonia. But he is now better known as the author of an eighty-volume history of Rome, written in Greek, covering the period from the mythical arrival of Aeneas in Italy up till his own day, well over a millennium later, in the third century CE—and it is in one of ...
The Roman Riders: Ethnicity and Iconography on Roman
... The Roman military is considered by many archaeologists and historians to be one of the most successful armed forces in human history, yet relatively little is known about the ethnic origins of its Imperial Provincial Legions, including its famous cavalry contingents. 1 Between the sixth and second ...
... The Roman military is considered by many archaeologists and historians to be one of the most successful armed forces in human history, yet relatively little is known about the ethnic origins of its Imperial Provincial Legions, including its famous cavalry contingents. 1 Between the sixth and second ...
Romeo and Juliet Cast
... other character is preoccupied with the possibility that Caesar may soon become king. If Caesar were to become king, it would mean the end of Rome’s republican system of government, in which senators, representing the citizens of Rome, wield most of the power. Caesar never explicitly says that he wa ...
... other character is preoccupied with the possibility that Caesar may soon become king. If Caesar were to become king, it would mean the end of Rome’s republican system of government, in which senators, representing the citizens of Rome, wield most of the power. Caesar never explicitly says that he wa ...
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... Marcus Brutus (Marcus Junius Brutus, 85-42 B.C.): Brutus was from a famous Roman family, his ancestor was a leading man in the revolt and overthrowing of the tyrant, Etruscan king Tarquin the Proud. A man of ideals Brutus was considered to be a perfect Roman, and to quote Mark Antony, Brutus’ eventu ...
... Marcus Brutus (Marcus Junius Brutus, 85-42 B.C.): Brutus was from a famous Roman family, his ancestor was a leading man in the revolt and overthrowing of the tyrant, Etruscan king Tarquin the Proud. A man of ideals Brutus was considered to be a perfect Roman, and to quote Mark Antony, Brutus’ eventu ...
VOLUME #2 of THE ANCIENT WORLD SERIES
... to note here is that each leader has a three-digit ID number. This allows you (and us) to identify the different leaders as to when they can be used, without resorting to their actual names-many of which sound pretty much the same. The first digit identifies the scenario for which the consuls are us ...
... to note here is that each leader has a three-digit ID number. This allows you (and us) to identify the different leaders as to when they can be used, without resorting to their actual names-many of which sound pretty much the same. The first digit identifies the scenario for which the consuls are us ...
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... 10. Lake Nemi is famous for strawberries, the Pope's holiday getaway in the country, and a giant pleasure boat probably built for this Julio-Claudian. His conquest of the sea is nearly as famous as his favourite horse, Incitatus. What son of Germanicus was extremely fond of his sisters, especially D ...
... 10. Lake Nemi is famous for strawberries, the Pope's holiday getaway in the country, and a giant pleasure boat probably built for this Julio-Claudian. His conquest of the sea is nearly as famous as his favourite horse, Incitatus. What son of Germanicus was extremely fond of his sisters, especially D ...
Chapter 11
... Redistribution of land to war veterans, other allies Major building projects reduce urban unemployment Extended citizenship to provinces Aristocrats threatened, assassinate Caesar in 44 BCE ...
... Redistribution of land to war veterans, other allies Major building projects reduce urban unemployment Extended citizenship to provinces Aristocrats threatened, assassinate Caesar in 44 BCE ...
Caesar defeats the Helvetii, the Germans and the Nervii
... entering such a position till 48 BC (the rules stated that he had to wait for ten years after holding the office of consul in 59 BC !). If he could be deprived of his troops before that date, he could be attacked through the law courts for his questionable proceedings in Gaul and his fate would be s ...
... entering such a position till 48 BC (the rules stated that he had to wait for ten years after holding the office of consul in 59 BC !). If he could be deprived of his troops before that date, he could be attacked through the law courts for his questionable proceedings in Gaul and his fate would be s ...
`Quintictilius Varus, give me back my legions!` Augustus Caesar
... ‘The Celt fight like the Furies,' Domituis hissed, and Marcus knew he must have gestured to ward off the evil he could invoke by speaking of those snake haired goddesses. ‘Their swords dwarf your gladius Marcus, they can outreach, out stab and out chop. You're better off keeping the Celt at spear po ...
... ‘The Celt fight like the Furies,' Domituis hissed, and Marcus knew he must have gestured to ward off the evil he could invoke by speaking of those snake haired goddesses. ‘Their swords dwarf your gladius Marcus, they can outreach, out stab and out chop. You're better off keeping the Celt at spear po ...
Loraine Balallo - 2011
... the age of seventeen, while Hannibal was defeating Italy, Cato made his first campaign and got his chest all covered in scars. In 207 B.C., Cato distinguished himself at the battle of Metaurus and later in his life, he still bores the scars of the wounds he had during the battle. In 191 B.C., Cato r ...
... the age of seventeen, while Hannibal was defeating Italy, Cato made his first campaign and got his chest all covered in scars. In 207 B.C., Cato distinguished himself at the battle of Metaurus and later in his life, he still bores the scars of the wounds he had during the battle. In 191 B.C., Cato r ...
Abstract
... Cicero Reading Polybius: The Role of Polybius in the De Re Publica This paper primarily examines Cicero’s usage of the ideas found in book six of the Histories of Polybius. In the De Re Publica, Cicero borrows many of the concepts wholesale from Polybius, and furthermore, he sets his dialogue square ...
... Cicero Reading Polybius: The Role of Polybius in the De Re Publica This paper primarily examines Cicero’s usage of the ideas found in book six of the Histories of Polybius. In the De Re Publica, Cicero borrows many of the concepts wholesale from Polybius, and furthermore, he sets his dialogue square ...
The Romans The Romans
... Britain and is well-known for his numerous appearances on television, especially Channel 4’s Time Team in Britain. He has also written books on a variety of other historical subjects, including the papers of Samuel Pepys, and is a Fellow of the Royal Numismatic Society. His other interests include p ...
... Britain and is well-known for his numerous appearances on television, especially Channel 4’s Time Team in Britain. He has also written books on a variety of other historical subjects, including the papers of Samuel Pepys, and is a Fellow of the Royal Numismatic Society. His other interests include p ...
Julius Caesar
... · Envious: Cassius has contempt for Caesar and envies Caesar's position · Fearful: Cassius is afraid that Caesar has ambitions to be king. He fears what might become of Rome in such an instance. · Politically Astute: He advises Brutus to assassinate Antony along with Caesar. Understanding what can h ...
... · Envious: Cassius has contempt for Caesar and envies Caesar's position · Fearful: Cassius is afraid that Caesar has ambitions to be king. He fears what might become of Rome in such an instance. · Politically Astute: He advises Brutus to assassinate Antony along with Caesar. Understanding what can h ...
Pro Roscio Amerino INTRODUCTION
... defense prior to the trial, and only the prosecutor could compel a witness to appear in court. Cicero refers during the speech to testimony not yet heard (§§21, 84, 101). After the prosecutor had brought forward the witnesses, the defense counsel might engage in a question and answer session (alterc ...
... defense prior to the trial, and only the prosecutor could compel a witness to appear in court. Cicero refers during the speech to testimony not yet heard (§§21, 84, 101). After the prosecutor had brought forward the witnesses, the defense counsel might engage in a question and answer session (alterc ...
Theoderic the Great vs. Boethius
... adopted the Roman religion, just as they were adopting the Latin language and Roman names . . . compared with both other barbarian kings and Roman emperors, Theoderic was non-interventionist in the affairs of the Church.30 Furthermore, there is the relationship that Theoderic had with the Roman Empe ...
... adopted the Roman religion, just as they were adopting the Latin language and Roman names . . . compared with both other barbarian kings and Roman emperors, Theoderic was non-interventionist in the affairs of the Church.30 Furthermore, there is the relationship that Theoderic had with the Roman Empe ...
Pompey`s politics and the presentation of his theatre
... not easily forget the powerful image Pompey staged for himself. They regarded him as a world conqueror and formidable leader.5 In spite of all this triumph Pompey also returned to Rome under unfavourable conditions. The majority of the senate did not respect the great general. He came from a recent ...
... not easily forget the powerful image Pompey staged for himself. They regarded him as a world conqueror and formidable leader.5 In spite of all this triumph Pompey also returned to Rome under unfavourable conditions. The majority of the senate did not respect the great general. He came from a recent ...
Some Minor Magistrates of the Roman Republic
... understood primarily as the result of the competition between familial factions, with prosopographical analysis providing insight into the actions and relationships of magistrates whose behavior would otherwise be difficult to explain, due to the paucity of source material. Over the ensuing decades ...
... understood primarily as the result of the competition between familial factions, with prosopographical analysis providing insight into the actions and relationships of magistrates whose behavior would otherwise be difficult to explain, due to the paucity of source material. Over the ensuing decades ...
CICERO`S HISTORICAL APPROACH TO THE BEST REGIME David
... people, however,” he continues, “is not every assemblage of men herded together in whatever way, but an assemblage of a multitude united in agreement about right and in the sharing of advantage.” A people, then, is defined by two characteristics: “agreement about right” (consensus iuris) and “the sh ...
... people, however,” he continues, “is not every assemblage of men herded together in whatever way, but an assemblage of a multitude united in agreement about right and in the sharing of advantage.” A people, then, is defined by two characteristics: “agreement about right” (consensus iuris) and “the sh ...