The world of ancient Rome was one of great conquests, military might, and glory. Joining the Roman Army was a privilege and an honor that only the most courageous and qualified men could achieve.  To become a Roman soldier, one had to prove their worthiness by passing a physical test, demonstrating their qualifications, and taking a solemn oath before the commander. The physical test was no easy feat, as it required candidates to demonstrate their strength, agility, and endurance through a series of grueling exercises. In addition to physical prowess, aspiring soldiers had to possess ce ..read more

Expeditions have always been an integral part of human history, driving us to explore new frontiers and discover the unknown. Read more Section:  News History Important Events Read Later  ..read more

At the famous Warwick Castle in Warwickshire, England, visitors will soon have the opportunity to see a gigantic medieval war weapon in action.  Read more Section:  Artifacts Ancient Technology News History & Archaeology Read Later  ..read more

In order to understand the history of probiotics, one needs to imagine a time before modern medicine, when people looked to nature to heal their ailments. Read more Section:  News History Ancient Traditions Read Later  ..read more

The town of Sanganer, located in the western state of Rajasthan in India, is home to a 500-year-old papermaking industry. Read more Section:  News Video History Ancient Traditions Read Later  ..read more

Detailed findings from an extraordinary Jin Dynasty tomb in Shanxi province of central China that was discovered in 2019 have recently been made public - a magnificent ornately carved brick structure. Read more Section:  Artifacts Ancient Writings News History & Archaeology Read Later  ..read more

Ragnar's Death Song, also known as the Song of the Crow or the Krakumal, is a poem that tells the story of Ragnar's death. Read more Section:  News Video History Important Events Read Later  ..read more

The legacy of the medieval Swahili civilization is a source of extraordinary pride in East Africa, as reflected in its language being the official tongue of Kenya, Tanzania and even inland countries like Uganda and Rwanda, far from the Indian Ocean shore where the culture developed nearly two millennia ago. Read more Section:  News Evolution & Human Origins Read Later  ..read more

Real letters from the Roman front lines offer a fascinating glimpse into the everyday lives of ancient soldiers. Read more Section:  News Video History Read Later  ..read more

It has often been said that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Read more Section:  Artifacts Other Artifacts News History & Archaeology Read Later  ..read more