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The Roman Legacy
Magistra Austin
Domus
Parentes
Latin I
Latin II
Latin III
Latin IV/IB
Research Dossier
AP English Literature
The Roman Legacy
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Domus
Parentes
Latin I
Latin II
Latin III
Latin IV/IB
Research Dossier
AP English Literature
The Roman Legacy
The Roman Legacy
The History
Pompeii row erupts between rival scientific factions
Volcanologists say excavations by archaeologists are destroying useful clues about lava flow
Found: An Ancient Roman Shipwreck Off the Coast of Cyprus
It was carrying lots of old jugs.
6 Practical Ways Romans Used Human Urine and Feces in Daily Life
The emperor Vespasian reportedly defended his tax on urine by saying "pecunia non olet"—money doesn’t stink.
The Role of Women in the Roman World
The exact role and status of women in the Roman world, and indeed in most ancient societies, has often been obscured by the biases of both ancient male writers and 19-20th century CE male scholars...
The Language
Back to the Future in Virgil’s Aeneid - In Medias Res - Medium
In twenty years of talking about Virgil’s Aeneid it’s hit me that most people don’t get the weirdest thing about it. What I mean is, it…
3 Reasons Why More Schools Should Teach Latin
Because 'carpe diem' shouldn’t be the only Latin phrase anybody knows.
Beach Reading: Ten Easy Latin Works - In Medias Res - Medium
Looking for something to read this summer? The best way to improve your fluency in Latin is to read a lot of Latin, and the simplest way…
The INfluence
The False Narratives of the Fall of Rome Mapped Onto America
It is disturbing to see how gravely inaccurate 19th-century depictions of the destruction of Rome are used to illustrate news stories today, particularly those that draw parallels between Rome and the United States.
Ancient Roman medicine: Influences, practice, and learning
During the Roman Empire, health standards improved due to an understanding of the importance of public health and the influence of Greek doctors. Learn more about medicine during this period here.
What the Fall of the Roman Republic Can Teach Us About America
“Mortal Republic,” by Edward J. Watts, examines parallels between ancient Rome and today’s United States.
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