One of the most persistent myths about history is that it's boring and static. When people think of history, oftentimes, they dismiss it as simply events that happened long ago. This view discounts ...

While slaves in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii were considered no more than "speaking tools", some received better food ...

Life as a Roman slave was harsh and dehumanizing but also full of strange contradictions, unexpected privileges, and unusual roles. This video explores the lesser-known and bizarre aspects of slavery ...

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At first it looks like wallpaper. On second glance, you see the imprints of hands, stamped in red paint and climbing up the walls. This is the opening of a new exhibition on slavery in both Roman and ...

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