How the 1555 Roman Ghetto reshaped law, space, and daily life until abolition in 1870 and a new synagogue rose in 1904.
Rome’s Jewish Ghetto in 1555: Law, Flood, and the Making of a Community
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History of Rome
The Aurelian Walls: Rome’s Last Great Defense of the Imperial Age
How the Aurelian Walls reshaped Rome’s urban landscape and safeguarded the empire in the late 3rd century.
The Gregorian Calendar Reform of 1582: How Rome Reset Time
In 1582 Pope Gregory XIII fixed the calendar: ten days vanished and a new leap-year rule aligned time with the sun.
Lemuria: Rome’s Ghost Festival and the Rituals of the Restless Dead
Explore Lemuria, the ancient Roman festival where families appeased vengeful spirits with midnight rituals and whispered chants.
The Pantheon: Rome’s Eternal Temple to the Gods
Discover the history and architectural marvel of the Pantheon, Rome’s best-preserved ancient temple dedicated to all gods.
Roman Legion Tactics: A Force of Unyielding Discipline
Explore the tactical brilliance and strict discipline of the Roman legions that dominated the ancient battlefield.
The Roman Aqueducts: Engineering Marvels That Shaped an Empire
Discover how the Roman aqueducts revolutionized urban life by providing a steady water supply to cities across the empire.
The Assassination of Julius Caesar: The Ides of March and the Fall of a Dictator
Explore the dramatic events of March 15, 44 BCE, when Julius Caesar was assassinated by Roman senators, altering the course of history.
The Construction of the Colosseum: Rome’s Greatest Arena
Discover how the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater of the Roman Empire, was built and why it remains an architectural marvel.
The Battle of Actium: The Clash That Sealed Rome’s Fate
Discover how the Battle of Actium in 31 BCE determined the future of Rome, ending the rule of Mark Antony and Cleopatra.
