Augustus: What Went Wrong?
Quick Read: The Emperor Who Seized Rome But Couldn't Escape His Own Legacy
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Sep 173 min read
Julius Caesar: What Went Wrong?
Quick Read: The Rise, Fall, and Assassination of Rome's Most Ambitious Leader Julius Caesar was one of history’s most brilliant leaders....
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Sep 143 min read
10 Halloween Parties That Went Horribly Wrong: From Pranks to Tragedy
10 Halloween Parties That Went Horribly Wrong: From Pranks to Tragedy. How to hold a Halloween Party for adults
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birdyslade
Sep 123 min read
How to Hold a Halloween Cocktail Party
12 Practical Ideas for Hosting an Unforgettable Adult Halloween Party with Spooky Cocktails Hosting a Halloween party where themed...
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birdyslade
Aug 273 min read
10 Twists of Aperol Spritz - What Else to Mix With Aperol?
Aperol has swept the world with its traditional recipe : the Aperol Spritz. However, there are ten other ways to mix Aperol. 1. Gin...
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Aug 1916 min read
Why Thinking About The Roman Empire Helps Choose the Right President - Election24
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are Scored and compared to Roman Emperors - good and bad.
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Jun 2422 min read
Starring Cocktails in Film, 'Movies' and TV
From the Bar to the Box Office: Iconic Cocktails in Film and TV by Birdy Slade Shaken, Not Just Stirred: The Allure of Cocktails in the...
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birdyslade
Jun 183 min read
The Secutor Gladiator
Secutor Gladiator Unique Helmet The Secutor Gladiator, a specialized type of Roman gladiator, played a distinctive role in the arena,...
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birdyslade
Jun 174 min read
30 Reasons Why Roman Roads Are Important
The roads of Ancient Rome are one of history's most remarkable engineering achievements. Here are 30 fascinating facts about these...
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birdyslade
Jun 152 min read
The Eques Gladiator - Adding Drama to the Arena
Eques Gladiator is on his horse, adding drama to the games in the Colosseum. The crowds cheered the Eques as it raised the excitment of all/
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birdyslade
Jun 152 min read
Crupellarius Gladiator - The Heavy Metal Gladiator
Crupellarius Gladiator's Armor The Crupellarius was a unique type of gladiator, distinguished by his heavy metal armor that enveloped...
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birdyslade
Jun 144 min read
A Day in the Life of a Gladiator in Training
Gladiator in Training with Wooden Swords in the Ludus
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birdyslade
Jun 132 min read
Laquearius Gladiators - Lasso Fighter
The Laquearius Gladiator, a lesser-known but intriguing type of gladiator, was distinctively armed with a lasso and a short sword. This...
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birdyslade
Jun 123 min read
Blood Money - Gladiators Made Romans Rich
The Economic Impact of the Games Gladiatorial games were more than just a spectacle of violence and valour; they were a complex economic...
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birdyslade
Jun 112 min read
Retiarius Gladiator - The Colosseum's Performer
The Retiarius Gladiator was armed with a fishing net, a trident, and a dagger. They relied on their agility and strategic use of the net...
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birdyslade
Jun 101 min read
AI-Generated Image of the Murmillo Gladiator
The Murmillo Gladiators were akin to the armoured knights of later centuries. They were a formidable sight with heavy armour covering...
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birdyslade
Jun 97 min read
If Gladiator Fights were Televised Today
Imagine if Romans could televise Gladiator battles with one of today’s top sports commentators covering the fight
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birdyslade
Jun 84 min read
Gay Gladiators in the Roman Empire
Gladiators were men, women, gay, straight, black, prostitutes and more. The excitement of the arena fascinates us. However, we must...
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birdyslade
Jun 73 min read
Empire's Silent Rulers: The Unsung Influence of Roman Women
The Role of Women in Roman Empire Times - Persuading and Advising from Behind The Scenes
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birdyslade
Jun 53 min read
Who Treated Wounded Gladiators?
Roman Doctor Performing an Autopsy. This assisted in them learning a great deal about the human body.
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