New research on a skeleton of a gladiator that was found in York in 2004 shows the distinctive markings of lion's teeth.

The site, which likely once housed a roman cavalry unit, shows evidence of the respect soldiers had for their mounts.

This week, a string of archaeological studies lend insight into Roman gladiators, an ancient crocodile-like beast, and a ...

World dignitaries and Catholic faithful have attended Pope Francis’ funeral in St. Peter’s Square. Despite the presence of ...

When Alexander the Great conquered Egypt in 332 BCE, he signaled the beginning of the era of Ptolemaic rule. His general ...

Two new art exhibits Knights in Armor the Pavia Tapestries and Art Deco painter Tamara de Lempicka now open at Museum of Fine ...

A skeleton recovered from an intriguing Roman-era cemetery in England may mark the first physical evidence of combat between gladiators and animals, according to new research. The skeleton of a man, ...

These elaborate costumes, imitations of Roman soldiers, are part of a cherished Easter celebration dating back 350 years in ...

The recently restored Ponte Sant’Angelo in Rome features 10 angels holding symbols of Christ’s passion, creating a profound ...

The grotto is part of St. Lucy’s Roman Catholic Church and is popular among ... The “Copper John” statue, depicting a ...

Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Exactly what caused the collapse of the mighty Roman Empire has been hotly debated practically since the fall itself. Was ...