One thing that certainly did not happen was a warrior mounted on a rhinoceros (even a non-computer-generated one) charging at a group of gladiators.
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Was Aristotle bald, or did he have plenty of hair? Modern tech makes photo-realistic depictions of ancient figures a breeze, but they may not be exact.
Scrolls from Pompeii could now be read for the first time in 2,000 years.
Hannibal remains a towering figure in military history, not only for his tactical brilliance but also for the profound impact he had on Rome. He continues to inspire military leaders today.
Much of what they said seems as relevant now as it did 2,000 years ago, even though we might question some of their methods.
No matter how often you think of Ancient Rome, there is a good chance TV producers are doing so even more often.
Alexander the Great brought elephants back to the Mediterranean world after campaigning in northern India, where elephants had been used for centuries in warfare – and would be for centuries to come.
This particular revival of the games – which started about 300 years ago – was all about wordplay and battles of wit.
The inviolability of Vestals was predicated on their virginity, which entirely defined their social powers. The control of their sexuality was synonymous with the welfare and politics of the state.
Ancient physicians prescribed swimming, ball games and walking on sand as ideal forms of physical exercise. A treatise published in 1569 is the best source of information on their advice.
People in Ancient Greece and Rome were just as obsessed with falling in love as we are. And their romantic tribulations bring plenty of timeless advice.
The story of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius is no longer one of annihilation; it also includes the people who managed to escape the city.
If you’re overworked, skipping gym and drinking too much – fret not. People had the same concerns some 2000 years ago.
It started with the ancient Greek word for crab. Here’s what happened after that.
The recent discovery of a Roman dodecahedron in Lincolnshire has prompted renewed fascination in these ancient mysterious objects.
The paintings show the trio of women from Greek myth in a way that makes us see the Trojan War myth anew.
Fighting for voter access is an inevitable part of any democracy, from ancient Rome to the US today. Roman legislators were able to thwart elite political sway by introducing written ballots.
Our summer rituals and attempts to stay cool are not unique. Such traditions can be traced back thousands of years to the ancient Romans.
The ancient evidence suggests Alexander was particularly close with one of his male companions. But how close exactly?
Perpetua was still breastfeeding her baby son when she was thrown in jail by Roman authorities. A Latin text movingly describes her suffering.
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Associate Professor of Classics and Head of the Centre for Classical Studies, Australian National University
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Assistant Professor of Classics, University of Cambridge
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McKenzie Postdoctoral Fellow, researching Greco-Roman antiquity, The University of Melbourne
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Honorary Professor, The University of Queensland
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Lecturer, Classics, University of Glasgow
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Professeur d'histoire ancienne, Université de Lorraine
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Head, Public Engagement, Chau Chak Wing Museum, University of Sydney
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Associate Professor of Classics, College of the Holy Cross
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PhD Candidate in Classics and Archaeology, The University of Melbourne
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Lecturer in Classical Studies, Institute of Classical Studies, University of London; Honorary Fellow, Macquarie University, School of Advanced Study, University of London
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Lecturer in Roman Archaeology and Art, Royal Holloway University of London
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Senior Lecturer in History, Australian National University
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Emeritus Professor of Roman Archaeology, University of Birmingham
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Professor, Department of Classics and Ancient History, University of Sydney
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Lecturer in Ancient History, Cardiff University
