Born in the mid-eighth century BC, the esteemed Numa Pompilius hailed from the region of Sabine, a locality situated in central Italy. As part of an influential family, Numa’s roots were deeply…
Category: Ancient
Numa Pompilius – Page 02
The formative years and educational background of the second ruler of Rome prove fascinating. Born in Cures, a Sabine tributary town, his early upbringing imbued him with deep knowledge of Sabine folklore…
Numa Pompilius – Page 03
The ascension of the second king of Rome, often termed as an unexpected event, exhibits an intriguing chronicle in the annals of history. Originating from Sabine, Pompilius commanded respect by virtue of…
Numa Pompilius – Page 04
In his later years, Pompilius had a profound impact on Roman life, instituting religious rites, legal statutes, and cultural practices that endured long after his reign. Having ruled for 43 years, he…
Augustus Caesar – Page 04
In 27 B.C, Octavian officially became the first emperor of Rome and assumed the name Augustus. His energetic rule brought about structure and stability, transforming Rome from a republic to an empire….
Augustus Caesar – Page 03
Under the leadership of Caesar’s adopted heir, Octavian, the Roman Republic transformed into the Roman Empire. He reigned as the first Emperor from 27 BC until AD 14, taking on the title…
Augustus Caesar – Page 02
In 43 BC, the young Octavian performed his first political masterstroke with the formation of the Second Triumvirate alongside Mark Antony and Lepidus. This united force laid waste to their enemies and…
Augustus Caesar
Born in 63 BC as Gaius Octavius, the future Augustus had a privileged upbringing due to his noble lineage. His maternal great-uncle was Julius Caesar, a key factor that significantly shaped his…
Assyria
Diving into the origins of Assyria takes us back to circa 2500 BC, to a region located in the upper Tigris river, part of present-day northern Iraq and eastern Syria. This civilization…
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The rise of Assyria to a dominant power in the ancient Mesopotamian region began around the 14th century BC. Initial expansion was correlated with the kingdom’s strategic geographical position, located at the…