One of the most iconic battles of ancient Rome was the Battle of Munda, which took place in 45 BC. The battle was fought between Julius Caesar and his forces against the armies of the republican general Titus Labienus and […]
A Word On Polyglots Of The Ancient World
The term “polyglot” is derived from the Greek words “polys” meaning “many” and “glotta” meaning “tongues”. It is used to describe someone who is proficient in several languages. Throughout history, there have been many notable polyglots who have made significant […]
Tacfarinas: Rome’s North African Nightmare
Introduction Tacfarinas was a Numidian chief who led a twenty-year rebellion against the Roman Empire in North Africa during the 2nd and 3rd centuries. His rebellion was a major threat to the Roman Empire and Rome was unable to bring […]
Mummy Found Covered in Gold May be Oldest Ever Found in Egypt!
Mummy Found Covered in Gold May Be Oldest Ever Found in Egypt! The discovery of an ancient Egyptian mummy covered in gold has excited the archaeological world and has been touted as the oldest mummy ever found in the country. […]
Walk (to Work) Like an Egyptian: Nakhtpaaten, the First Commuter
Introduction The ancient Egyptians were one of the first civilizations to develop an organized system of transportation. They developed a network of roads and waterways to facilitate the movement of goods and people. One of the earliest known commuters was […]
10 of the Best Dinosaur Fossil Discoveries of All Time
Introduction Dinosaurs have captivated the imagination of generations of people, and the discovery of fossilized remains of these creatures has always been a source of great interest. Over the years, scientists have uncovered some amazing fossilized specimens, and these have […]