Archaeologists excavating the ancient Roman city of Magna discovered a huge, well-preserved shoe, which is the largest piece ...

Who were the Romans? Find out how Rome was ruled, what the Romans believed and what they did for fun in this BBC Bitesize year 5/6 primary history guide.

Defined by the men in their lives, women in ancient Rome were valued mainly as wives and mothers. Although some were allowed more freedom than others, there was always a limit, even for the ...

Why Ancient Rome Staged Epic, Violent Sea Battles. Performed by hundreds of men, mock naval battles thrilled audiences in ancient Rome with high drama and bloody spectacle.

Ancient texts and modern movies alike depict the Roman Empire as a society that pitted men against animals for bloodsport. But remains unearthed in England are the first physical evidence of human ...