Roman Antiquities and Culture

The ancient Romans used many different types of bowls; each was used for a specific purpose or function. Large pottery bowls used as storage containers for wine, oil, vinegar, milk and other liquids were dull in color and heavy with very thick sides and... 

The crossbow has long been a weapon of war as well as a hunting tool. It's most popular use was as a weapon used in times of war. It was in use by the ancient Greeks, the ancient Romans, as well as in other areas of Europe and Asia. The crossbow is composed... 

To many, the city of Rome is a symbol, and for good reason. It was a huge empire that rose from a simple city in ancient times. It was a city that took care of it's citizens by making sure they never went hungry, and they maintained a huge military force... 

The Roman government was known to provide free food to hundreds of thousands of people every day. They depended on jugs of clay and glass to store and transport in order to avoid food shortages anywhere. They imported food using jugs and glass from Spain,... 

The people of ancient Rome were extremely sophisticated and advanced for their time. They were also known for their keen artistic flair that infiltrated every part of Roman life from their places of worship to the simple every day items they used. One...