By Hannah Cornwell Abstract: In this article, Cornwell examines the place of imperialism in the Roman mindset. She shows that the extension of Roman influence abroad was conceived of by some as a profoundly ethical…
By Joanne E. Ball Abstract: Ball discusses battlefield looting in Rome’s wars, showing that this was a phenomenon which occurred extensively, not least given the absence of fallen swords, shields and armour from areas…
By Kate Gilliver Abstract: The paper discusses the appearance of Roman armies in battle and the contribution of arms and equipment to intimidating displays in the spectacle of pitched battle. After arguing for…
By Tristan Hughes (host) and Jo Ball Abstract: We know all about the battles of the Roman Empire: the opposing sides, their weapons and incentives. But if history is written by the winners, what happened if you lost?…
by Alison Cooley Abstract: This podcast provides an account of Octavian’s rise to power and his adoption of the title Augustus. It examines the res gestae in terms of its context, content and surviving evidence.…
by Kristina Killgrove and Robert H. Tykot. Abstract: During the Empire, the population of Rome was composed mostly of lower-class free citizens and slaves. Viewed from historical records, the Roman diet included…
By Virginia L. Campbell Abstract: Campbell analyses social connections and networks between Pompeii and Roman emperors through inscriptions, distinguishing official inscriptions at the Forum and unofficial inscriptions…
by Elizabeth A. Wueste Abstract: For the modern scholar, the most historically informative piece of a monument is often the inscription. When complete, it can often tell us not just the specific name and identity of…
Abstract: Streaming the Past is a Science Communciation Project by Leiden University and the VALUE Foundation. Funded by a Science Communication grant from the Dutch Science Organisation (NWO), a team of three students…
by William White and Catherine Draycott Abstract: Archaeology remains a profession with an overwhelmingly white workforce. Two archaeologists ask why that matters and what can be done about it. Article in Sapiens, 7th…
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