While modern soldiers may not adopt the testudo formation as the legions of old did, many Roman innovations did lead to ...

Cicero, the Roman statesman and philosopher, was one of the earliest thinkers to articulate a theory of just war.

Before the era of the Romans in southern Italy, the Messapii people crossed the Adriatic Sea and called the Italian peninsula home. They built a culture that lasted for nearly 800 years, but it was no ...

Two well-preserved Roman shoes from 2,000 years ago were recently found by volunteers at the Magna fort in the United Kingdom ...

Ancient Egypt had many impressive pharaohs, but which of them were especially fearsome warriors? Here are just some who ...

Ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modernity in this dynamic city. Here’s how to make the most of what’s on offer ...

A Roman soldier stationed at Hadrian’s Wall had feet so big that he would have had trouble finding shoes that fit in today’s ...

The Milesian Tales was a collection of ancient Greek erotic literature written by Aristides of Miletus consisting of short ...

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international correspondents share snapshots of moments from their ...

Cemetery tourism offers a unique experience for history lovers, with guided tours that explore the rich blend of mystery, ...