“The history of mankind is carried on the back of a horse” is a saying that holds true for the Roman Empire, which expanded ...

Archaeologists in Germany have uncovered an ancient Roman horse cemetery, including one rare burial revealing an emotional ...

An ancient mass grave of Roman war horses has been found in Stuttgart—but one burial, complete with grave goods, suggests a ...

The find could provide new insights into the use of horses in the Roman army, potentially changing the understanding of their ...

The Hagia Sophia remains a highly popular tourist destination, attracting millions of travelers. Here is a detailed look at ...

At Ancient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. And while some people may seem content with the story as it stands, ...

Archeologists have uncovered the burial in Liternum, an ancient town in Campania that flourished from the 1st century BC to ...

Formerly known as Byzantium, this ancient city was built to rival Rome. It was known for its state-of-the-art fortifications. After the Great Schism of 1054, which broke Christianity into Roman ...

My winter book prediction that Marco Rubio will be the first Cabinet member over the side is looking better and better.

Pyrrhus arrived in Italy in 280 BC with 20,000 infantry, 3,000 cavalry, 2,000 archers, 500 slingers, and 20 war elephants.

The Essex town of Colchester has a rich history with its winding ancient streets teeming with Roman and medieval buildings, colourful pastel-painted cottages and a thriving foodie scene ...