What comes to mind when you think about the kind of Roman Emperor who managed to establish an indestructible empire?

From 27 B.C.E. to 180 C.E., the Roman Empire saw a period of relative tranquility and prosperity now known as the Pax Romana ...

The Emperor of Rome was already the ... would see him as their supreme spiritual leader. Roman religion had many gods and spirits and Augustus was keen to join their number as a god himself.

When it comes to Roman Emperors and their fate, a big mystery appears that has baffled historians and archaeologists alike for centuries.

the Roman Empire now included the land of the pharaohs. Back home, Augustus was a hero. At the age of 32, he had become Rome’s first Emperor, promising to restore peace and security. Winning the ...

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I'm looking into the eyes of one of the most famous leaders in the history of the world - Caesar Augustus, the first Roman Emperor. We have his bronze head here in the Roman galleries in the ...

Born Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus Germanicus in A.D. 12, Caligula rose to power in A.D. 37 as the third Roman emperor. Nicknamed “Caligula,” meaning “little boots,” after the miniature soldier ...

Public ceremonies, lavish processions, and temporary wooden arches were commonplace after victory in Ancient Rome. But during the height of its power, the emperor decided to change that and leave a ...

A 2000-year-old tale of Roman emperors' secrets is making waves on bestseller lists, captivating readers with its scandalous and vivid storytelling.

I'm looking into the eyes of one of the most famous leaders in the history of the world - Caesar Augustus, the first Roman Emperor. We have his bronze head here in the Roman galleries in the ...