Mass grave of Roman soldiers tells gruesome tale of military disaster
The renovation of a football pitch in Austria’s capital has led to the discovery of a Roman mass grave housing the remains of more than a hundred soldiers who died in combat.
A Mass Grave of the Roman Empire Is Found Under a Vienna Soccer Field
Archaeologists found the remains of at least 129 people, many of them bearing the injuries of battle, dating to when Rome battled Germanic people nearly 2,000 years ago.
Ancient Rome used high tariffs to raise money too – and created other economic problems along the way
Unfortunately for the Romans, however, these tariffs often led to higher prices, black markets and other economic problems.
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From Pompeii to Modern-Day Rome: Tracing Italy’s Tryst With Jewelry
Earlier this month, archaeologists found two life-size sculptures in a Pompeii tomb. The Guardian reported that the woman’s ...
Mass grave for fighters in Roman Empire-era battle revealed in Vienna
Construction crews in Vienna revealed Wednesday intertwined skeletal remains in a mass grave dating to the 1st-century Roman ...
Ancient tomb tied to Roman gladiator discovered by archaeologists
Archaeologists in Italy have recently discovered ancient Roman tombs while excavating a necropolis, including one with a ...
April Fool’s Day: The Faux Abolition of Oxford's Classics Degree
However, the satirical nature of the announcement suggests a perception that Classics has lost its relevance in today's fast-paced world. Critics argue that relics of the past pale in comparison to ...
Archaeologists Found a 2,000-Year-Old Tomb That Adds a New Twist to Roman History
At a site not far from an ancient forum and amphitheater once used to host Roman gladiators, archaeologists discovered an ...
These old Roman buildings could unlock how to build in a warming world
The recycled buildings of Rome, long dismissed by architects, are getting a reappraisal as a model for how to reduce waste ...
The 10 Most Charming Hotels In Italy, According To The 2025 Duco Awards
From Portofino to Puglia, these are the very best hotels in Italy as selected by DUCO travel advisers and the hotel industry.
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When in Rome: How to Eat Like a Local in Italy's Capital
Our in-the-know culinary travel guide to the best things to eat in Italy's bustling capital—plus recipes for making many of ...