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Opulence and Luxury: Inside Nero’s Golden Palace
The Roman Emperor Nero left behind a great many architectural wonders. He might have been an infamous, ridiculously … Opulence and Luxury: Inside Nero’s Golden PalaceRead more
You Can Now Virtually Visit the Historical ‘Plain of Jars’
XIANGKHOANG PLATEAU, LAOS – in the upland valleys and lower foothills of the Xiangkhoang Plateau, there … You Can Now Virtually Visit the Historical ‘Plain of Jars’Read more
Frances Hodgson Burnett’s Success as an Author
Frances Hodgson Burnett, an English-American author, was best known for her three children’s novels, Little Lord … Frances Hodgson Burnett’s Success as an AuthorRead more
History’s Nutcases: Tiberius
Last time on History’s Nutcases, we talked about a man named Jemmy Hirst, who fancied riding a … History’s Nutcases: TiberiusRead more
Charles Cornwallis: The British General Known for Surrendering at Yorktown
Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis was an officer in the British Army, leading many generals in … Charles Cornwallis: The British General Known for Surrendering at YorktownRead more
Neolithic ‘Calendar Rock’ Discovered in Sicily
“This obviously reinforces the sacrality of the site.” – Archaeologist Giuseppe La Spina. SICILY, ITALY – … Neolithic ‘Calendar Rock’ Discovered in SicilyRead more
Medieval Germany Had Their Own Disposable Cups
“The parties took place in the summer here in the courtyard. The cups were simply thrown … Medieval Germany Had Their Own Disposable CupsRead more
Battles That Made History: Tours
Last time, on Battles That Made History, we talked about the famous Battle of Gettysburg. Gettysburg was the … Battles That Made History: ToursRead more
Laodicea’s Sacred Agora
“Work in the agora is very important. It covers an area of 35,000 square meters. There … Laodicea’s Sacred AgoraRead more