From gladiators to mock naval battles, what were the major sports events in the ancient world?

The ancient Athenian writer Isocrates (436–338 BC) once commented: "Many cities judge those who excel in the athletic ...
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Today-History-Oct13

Today in History for Oct. 13: In A.D. 54, Roman Emperor Claudius I died after being poisoned, apparently at the behest of his wife, Agrippina. In 1399, King Henry IV of England was crowned. He had ...
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Roman emperor quiz: Test your knowledge on the rulers of the ancient empire

The Roman emperors held vast wealth and control in the ancient world. But while many people wanted the title, it wasn't a ...
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How the Statue of Zeus at Olympia Awed the Ancient World

Legend has it that when the Statue of Zeus was completed, the king of the gods announced his approval via a lightning bolt.