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Roman history only truly comes to life when viewed through the eyes of the Romans themselves. This selection of histories details some of the best accounts of Roman history.

Review tips on making the most out of any trip to Rome, Italy. Discover romance, culture and history wrapped into a vacation made in paradise.

Although not originally planned, my visit to Rome became one of the highlights of my trip backpacking Europe. The city is enormous, gorgeous and though ancient, brimming with life.

HBO brings Rome, the ancient Italian city, to life in a gigantic spectacular production which boasts a 100 million dollar budget. It's set ,located entirely in Italy, is currently the largest standing in the world.

Julius Caesar's conquest of Gaul reached its climax at the siege of Alesia. It was also the last chance that the Gauls, under their leader Vercingetorix, had to destroy the Roman invaders.

Born into the Imperial Family with unflattering defects, Claudius was the embarrassment of his relatives who did not even consider him worthy to sit among them at public events. They might have turned in their graves had they known he sat as Emperor.

The battle of Teutoburg Forest decided both the fate of the Roman Empire and Germany. If Rome forever lost Germany, Germany also lost Rome. The Empire would never stretch beyond the Rhine to control the people and resources beyond.

Rome has the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the Forum, but why not get off the usual and beaten touristy path to discover the following three sites?

How much do you know about Caesar, other than it's a great salad? Julius Caesar was a great Roman leader who changed Rome is many ways.

An international collaborative team has just released its first version of a complete digital reproduction of ancient Rome as it appeared in 320 A.D.

Everyone knows Gaius Julius Caesar was killed by the Liberatores because he was a despotic, evil, self-serving tyrant, right? Actually it had almost nothing to do with his policies - and everything with his cabinet.

What if Julius Caesar had survived the Ides of March? It is possible. Conspiracies can be uncovered and the conspirators arrested, interrogated, and then executed. Caesar might have lived another ten years or even more. What might he have accomplished?

Magna Mater, a goddess brought over from Anatolia to Rome during the Second Punic War, is elusive but fascinating. Some of her devotees castrated themselves in service to the goddess, and many of their ritual activities caused great distress to the rulers of Rome.

Careful study of various Roman art and artifacts help reveal the role of women in the realm of Roman society.

The Romans established values and influences during early Western Civilization, many of which are still used in modern times. In today's society we use some of these values and influences without realizing where they came from.

Ever visit Rome, Italy? It is full of a lot of fascinating history, and still has many of the old structures standing today such as the Colosseum that held gladiator fights and hunts.

The best description of Gaul around the birth of Christ comes from Julius Caesar. During his conquest of Gaul he managed to compile a journal which became known as The Gallic War, which is the primary source that derives all the information for this article.

This is the first part of a series i will be doing over time that relate to Julius Caesar and his conquest of The Belgae of Gaul.

Misadventures and expectational let downs in Rome. A first time visit to Rome leaves a lasting impression that may prevent a second visit.

Rome is full of historical sites, but the Roman Forum (Forum Romanum) is particularly interesting. Temples, government buildings, arches, and other important sites were all located in this small area. It's now in ruins, but each ruin in the forum tells a fascinating story.

Rome is not a city just like London and Paris. It's glory days are found much further back in time. For travelers and students living abroad it provides unique view of history and religion and also is full of romance. It really is one stop shopping.

Rome, the epic HBO miniseries about the fall of the Roman Republic, has ended its run, alas. Rome was without a doubt the greatest television series about the ancient world that has ever aired.

Julius Caesar's Conquest of Gaul is a record of his deeds for posterity

For those of you who are willing to stay in a hostel in order to save money, this is a list of little things to know about Rome and things to do in Rome in the cheapest manner possible.

Your travels to Italy aren’t complete without at least one sightseeing tour in Rome. Rome’s distinct architecture, historical views, and exquisite setting provide plenty to see and do during a day or week-long excursion.

It was a bad idea for Cato the Younger to try to judge history before it had come to term - and it's a bad idea now.

This is a comprehensive and detailed examination Ancient Roman military during the Republic.

Most of the names we recognize today in Western Europe just didn't exist during the ancient times of the Roman Empire.

An essay about ancient Rome and Han China

Notes on some of the best generals in ancient times, from Hannibal to Caesar.

HBO's Rome has restored my faith in television. This show follows Roman history from the Gallic War through the defeat of Marc Antony at the battle of Actium. the characters, scenery and dialogue, however, make this the best show on TV.

I would recommend this hotel for anyone looking for an upscale place to stay in Rome. Rooms can go for between $200 to several thousand dollars per night. It's ideal location and comfortable rooms are perfect for those that can afford the stay.

Julius Caesar is arguably one of the greatest conquerors the world has ever seen. But few students of history, outside the field of Celtica, understand that Caesar makes one of the earliest records of Druids.

The Roman Colosseum wasn't just used for executions and gladiator fights. It was also the ancient equivalent of the Spice Channel.

Julian the Apostate was a Roman Emperor during the Constantinian Dynasty and was the last pagan Caesar of the Roman Empire.

Hadrian turns in his grave as felines roam the ruins of the ancient republic.

Having played everything from Jesus Christ to bi-polar photographer Billy Chenowith on HBO's "Six Feet Under," Jeremy Sisto has proven himself a talented and versatile actor. Now, with the lead in NBC's drama "Kidnapped," he is poised to become a star.

History is full of interesting cities that laid the foundations for the modern countries of today. This short guide will tell you the basics of cities like Athens and Babylon.

A woman and her spouse travel to Italy for her 40th birthday, using frequent flier tickets, regional discount air carriers, and convent stays, the article offers tips and links on how others can do the same.

The history of the horse in England is inseparable from the history of the English people. Horses influenced the way England's early inhabitants worked, traveled, and fought. Many human factors influenced the bloodlines, size, and speed of the animals.

The ancient Romans, fearing civil turmoil placed all of their power in the hands of the emperors. The subsequent Roman populace became decadent, lazy and unable to maintain the greatness established by more intrepid ancestors. Is the same thing happening to America today?

Imagine going through four heads of state in a single year. Now imagine each of them having a life's worth of negative impact on society. That was 69 A.D.

What follows is a review of Robert F. Willson Jr.'s non-fiction historical study of several of Shakespeare's well known works and the films inspired by them.

a brief look at homosexual rights both in history and modern times. Also reasons why I think same sex marriage should be legal.

This research paper looks at Julius Caesar in The Conquest of Gaul and his invasions of Britain. What is especially looked at is his motivations for doing so and how they eventually lead to his downfall.

Pharsalus was the decisive battle of the civil war between Caesar on one side and Pompey and the Roman Senate on the other. No one knew it then, but its outcome ensured the death of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire.

Explores the romantic destinations that can be found throughout Italy, including Sicily, Tuscany, Rome and Venice. Some of the activities that await lovers include gondola rides, castle visits, as well as wine tasting.

There have been dramas about notable Romans before; great ones like Julius Caesar and Marcus Aurelius, depraved ones like Caligula and Nero. But until The Last Legion, one suspects no one even thought of doing a film about the hapless last Emperor of Rome, Romulus Augustus.

On March 15th in the year 44 BC Julius Caesar was killed by a coterie of disgruntled senators. Caesar's death seemed, at the time a preservation of republican principles, but really was the single most important event in ushering in the imperial age.

Fundamental changes in the way the Roman military operated in the ancient world created a the seeds which would later on grow into a new kind of empire.

Locals joke about it. They say: "Trier is Germany's largest village". But this is the city where the largest assortment of early Roman edifices outer Rome can be seen.

The historical basis behind why the Germans speak German and the French lose battles.

Robert Penn Warren's novel All The King's Men resembles the legend of Julius Caesar. We can learn many lessons from Willie Stark and Julius Caesar, both tragic, larger-than-life political figures whose power leads to downfall.

As far as one can see, there is only one striking difference between the events in Shakespeare's Julius Caesar and American politics today: they had Brutus, an honest Senator.

Many people know Julius Caesar not from a study of his life, but from the play of the same name by William Shakespeare. Although the play gives an accurate depiction of most of the events of Caesar's death, it does err in a few places...

Get to know the importance of jewelry as a fashion accessory in Ancient Rome. Jewelry was considered a display of status and power.

Polybius was confident that Ancient Rome had broken the unfavorable cycle of anacyclosis, but in reality Rome was the greatest example of the theory's accuracy. What was anacyclosis, what did Polybius believe, and where was he wrong?

A review of Florance Dupont's book Daily Life in Ancient Rome

In recent years, Caesar salad has experienced a rebirth of sorts. Once a dish found only on upscale restaurant menus, this salad is now featured at casual and fast- food restaurants everywhere. Here is a guide detailing how to prepare this dish.

An excellent book on how the Romans lived, worked, played and fought in ancient times.

Cinnamon is a natural treatment that resembles a miracle drug. It has antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties. Today it is also being used in the treatment of diabetes, and in improving brain function.

An analysis of Brutus and his fatal flaw, which is, ironically enough, his conviction for traditional Roman Republican virtue.

Recipes from a 1,600 year old cookbook will allow anyone to dine like a Roman emperor!

The J. Paul Getty Villa in Malibu, California is an excellent museum filled with artifacts from ancient Rome and Greece. It's not an ordinary museum, because it's a replica of a villa from the ash-covered town of Pompeii near Naples, Italy.

Roman women struggled for basic rights and liberties. Read on to learn about Roman society and how women were treated.

This article offers an overview of traveling in Rome, Italy, including highlights on the nightlife, dining, shopping, cultural, and historical attractions that appeal to modern tourists.

Although it was not perfect, the Julian Calendar introduced in 46BC was a marked improvement over the calendars which had come before it...

The Roman Empire survived in one way or another for almost 2,000 years. The decline of the Empire can be traced to problems with maintaining the military and the economy. Current trends in the U.S. parallel some of those of later Rome.

Patriotism today is as much a buzzword as "the war on terror." So, this essay contains some similarities and differences between ancient Rome and today's U.S.

The Caesar Cipher, named for Julius Caesar who used it in his military campaigns, is one of the simplest and easiest substitution ciphers in the world. This article discusses the history and uses of the cipher.

The Jews enjoyed complete freedom and had a very liberal situation in Rome and the Roman Empire during the early period of BC. In spite of them enjoying freedom there still had to suffer a certain amount of restrictions.

The Catacombs of Rome served primarily for burials and commemorative services for the dead, both Jewish and Christian. To the contrary, there is no evidence to support the romantic notion that Christians or even Jews worshipped in the catacombs.

Did you know that the historical period of Ancient Rome is the first for which we have recognizable cookbooks? Read on and discover what foods the Romans ate and what went on in Roman kitchens.

An overview of sights worth seeing in Rome, Italy.

The fall of the Western Roman Empire opened room for the rise of several Germanic kingdoms: The Ostrogoths, The Visigoths, and the Franks. Of these Kingdoms, only the Frankish Kingdom proved long-lasting (Spielvogel 131).

The steps Augustus and the Julio-Claudian Dynasty took in establishing the Roman Empire out of the Roman Republic.

Friends, Romans, Countrymen...

Visit Segobriga and see the ruins of what was once an affluent city of the Roman empire. Segobriga is located in central Spain, less than an hour away from Madrid.

This essay describes the takeover of power in Palestine by the Roman legions of Pompey the Great in 64 B.C. and the beginnings of Roman rule in the area, as well as the factors contributing to the Jewish uprising in 66 C.E.

Understanding the cultural differences in the ancient world and current times help the reader have a rich understanding of the text as well as the history that shaped the current world.

At age 17, cleopatra ascended to the Egyptian throne. She reigned between 50 and 30 B.C. Cleopatra's father was forced to pay tribute to the Roman Empire in order to keep them from invading Egypt. What was Cleopatra's motive of involvement with Roman leaders?

The University of Colorado at Boulder offer classes in literature, culture, and thought of Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome.

They will even sell you a spade to dig your own grave.

Are you interested in researching or exploring the ancient civilizations of Greece, Egypt, and the Americas? Do you want to converse with Socrates in the Agora?

The Portrait of Cleopatra could be of the world's greatest art treasures and an object of great scientific and historical interest. If proven authentic it could help resolve the question of "What did Cleopatra really look like?"

The Ghetto of Rome has an interesting history behind it. Jews were confined to the Ghetto for over 300 years, starting in 1555. Thousands of Jews were crammed into a few blocks, causing highly unsanitary conditions

A review of Ridley Scott's Gladiator.

A quick history including many of the social aspects of this great empire. Includes references to many other empires to fully tell of the history.

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If you are planning to visit Rome, do not only spend your time between the wonderful monuments of antiquity and baroque, but save some to enjoy the fresh wind blowing through the city. If you want to discover modern Rome, here are some suggestions

On your many travels, you're sure to stumble across one of Rome's culinary gems: the classic Roman pizza. Set aside the tourist spots and restaurants on your travel to Italy, and find your way to these top authentic venues!

I've always had a soft spot in my heart for Brundisium, which time has altered the spelling of, en route to its present day calling of Brindisi! This ancient city in Italy is none other than my wife's hometown, and where I currently live and write.

Make the most of your time in Rome - read on to find out about where to stay, where to eat, and what to visit!

Rome is a large urban sprawl, a combination of very ancient and more modern