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7/13/08-
Ancient Scotland – A Bathhouse and More
A traveler visiting in the vicinity of Haltwhistle, Northumberland may want to trace the landmarks and ancient history that surrounds the Housesteads Fort. It seems that this particular fort (of Hadrian's Wall) is one of the most complete of all Roman forts located in Britain. A visit to this site places you in the midst of great countryside views that give you an idea of the beauty associated with Scotland, as well as England.
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7/11/08-
Recent Archeology News Headlines of 2008
Wonder what it feels like to discover the remains of the boyhood home of George Washington? Just ask the archeologist team who investigated the finds at Ferry Farm – located just across from the Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg, Virginia. While a host of great gems were uncovered, there were many who dreamed of proving the hatchet and cherry tree myth. In this article, you learn more about this find, as well as new theories regarding an ancient she-wolf statue.
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7/9/08-
Ancient Scotland – Jedburgh Abbey & Threave Castle
To continue an exploration of ancient Scottish castles and churches – it is a must to mention the Jedburgh Abbey located at Jedburgh, Borders, as well as the Threave Castle. In this article, you will also learn of a place to visit when you're in the mood to catch a glimpse of ornamental early Christian crosses and medieval grave slabs.
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7/7/08-
Exploring Ancient Scotland – Castles and Forts
When you are interested in exploring ancient castles and forts in Scotland, consider the items in this article, which highlight the place where Mary Queen of Scots found love and ancient burial sites surround an old castle located close to the Isle of Arran.
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7/7/08-
Exploring Ancient Scotland – Dunnottar Castle & More
Intriguing rock carvings and decorative crosses are some of the features found in ancient sites located about Scotland that include the Dunnottar Castle in Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire and a fortified dun (fort) located at Kilmartin, Argyll.
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7/6/08-
Two Italian Archeologists: Biondo & Bandinelli
When looking to learn a bit more about archeologists that hailed from Italy, consider the reputation of Ranuccio Bianchi Bandinelli (1900 – 1975) and the very important Flavio Biondo (1392 – 1463), who was given the title of one of the first archeologists in the world.
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7/5/08-
Who is the Great Belzoni?
When it comes to infamous archeologists, Giovanni Battista Belzoni has earned quite a reputation over the years. Whether it was putting on a great performance or uncovering some of the best discoveries connected to ancient Egypt – Belzoni enjoyed a prosperous career when it comes to sharing the past with the rest of the world.
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7/5/08-
Getting to Know Worldwide Archeologists: Part 3
As a pioneer archaeologist, Albright wore many different hats, including linguist, biblical scholar, as well as showcasing his know-it-all talents regarding ceramics. Around the start of the 20th century until his passing, Albright served as the dean of biblical archaeologists and earned worldwide recognition as the founder of the Biblical archeology movement.
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7/2/08-
Ancient History Movie Trivia & Facts: "Cleopatra" (1963) Part I
She charmed Julius Caesar and charmed Mark Antony – this Queen of the Nile who has many outlandish tales and exaggerations attached to her legacy. In 1963, with an array of elaborate custom changes and on-screen chemistry to keep audience intrigued – the movie "Cleopatra" depicted one of the most well known of ladies in ancient history. In this article, you will find a collection of trivia and facts concerning this film.
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7/2/08-
Ancient History Movie Trivia & Facts: "Cleopatra" (1963) Part II
When you take inflation into consideration, you will find that the film "Cleopatra" is the most costly movie ever made in history with a budget of $44 million. When this figure was computed – the equivalent sum was equal to 270 million dollars in 1999. In this article, you will also find out why production was halted for more than six months and interesting contract clauses.
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7/2/08-
Ancient History Movie Trivia & Facts: "Cleopatra" (1963) Part III
The author of the book used to formulate the screenplay for the movie "Cleopatra" turned towards histories written by ancient sources (like Plutarch, Suetonius, and Appian) to formulate "The Life and Times of Cleopatra." In this article, you will also learn intriguing details regarding the director Joseph Mankiewicz, as well as who could have taken on the role of Mark Antony.
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6/30/08-
Getting to Know Worldwide Archeologists Part 1
Archeologists are much more than digging in the dirt and uncovering 'old' bones – they are gateway masters to the past and allow us to grab a sneak peek at how the world used to thrive and what steps early humans took in evolution. In this article, you are introduced to a collection of revered researchers from all over the world.
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6/30/08-
Getting to Know Worldwide Archeologists Part 2
In this article, you will learn about archeologists Leslie Alcock, Manolis Andronikos, and Ekrem Akurgal and their contributions to the field – one of which was lucky enough to find the tomb of Philip II of Macedon completely undisturbed.
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6/30/08-
Who is Saint Jerome? An Introduction
If you were wondering who stated, "Love is not to be purchased, and affection has no price," then you've come to the right place. This article will focus on the life and accomplishments of Saint Jerome – a Croatian Christian Ascetic and scholar, whose name in Latin translates into Eusebius Sophronius Hieronymus.
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6/30/08-
Who Is Jerome? Translations and Quotes
In this article, we will explore information regarding the translations, historical writings, and quotes of Saint Jerome – a man who gained acclaim from the Roman Catholic Church for translating the Bible into a Latin version.
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6/28/08-
Ancient Roman Poet – Juvenal
Decimus Junius Juvenalis (better known as Juvenal in English) lived between the late 1st and early 2nd century AD as a Roman poet that penned "Satires" – a popular collection of satirical poetry. While the exact details of his life are cloudy, we are still able to learn about this ancient character by reading the text of others, as well as his own writings.
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6/28/08-
Ancient Roman Poet – Juvenal – His Own Words
There is only one account that states the birth date of Juvenal – 55AD. Some believe that this is simply a guess, but good enough because it is in line with other pieces of evidence. In this article, you will learn more about this ancient Roman poet, including gain better insight to his talent with a collection of his quotes.
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6/26/08-
Ancient Egyptian Pharaoh – Ramses II – 12 Facts
In previous articles, you have received a taste of Ramses II – regarded as one of the most powerful of all pharaohs in ancient Egypt. Now, you will learn a little more about the man who is said to have been found buried with 50 of his 52 sons.
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6/26/08-
More Ancient Egyptian Pharaoh Facts and Ramses II
As you dig deeper into the history of ancient Egypt and the pharaohs who ruled the land, a popular name joining King Tut is usually Ramses II. This particular ruler is spotlighted within this article – alongside other facts regarding the ancient kings of Egypt.
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6/26/08-
Ancient Egyptian Pharaoh Facts
When it comes to Egyptian history, pharaohs are some of the most recognizable characters that both the young and old are interested in learning more about. With a mysterious past that doesn’t begin or end with one of the most renowned of pharaohs (King Tut), there is a lot that researchers and the public still don’t know, as new tombs and ancient artifacts are still being uncovered to this day.
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6/19/08-
Ancient Indian Facts: Clothing
Becoming familiar with the practices and traditions of ancient inhabitants can provide insight to some of the habits of their descendants. For example, early Indians wore the same kind of clothing that you may encounter today.
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6/19/08-
Ancient Indian Facts: Food
When exploring the world of ancient India, you may want to consider the following article – which will allow you to learn a few facts concerning the type of food eaten throughout this locale in the past.
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6/17/08-
20 Facts About Ancient India Part I
If you're interested in learning more about ancient India, this is a good place to start – with a collection of general facts about the past of this interesting culture. Also, be on the lookout for additional installments of ancient India facts, including subject-based articles like "Ancient Indian Facts: Food and Clothing."
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6/17/08-
20 Facts About Ancient India Part II
In this article, you will encounter a game that you may share a liking to with ancient Indians. Information regarding just how advanced the medical world in ancient India really was is included as well. Some of the medical details just might surprise you…
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6/16/08-
Exploring Unusual Deaths in Ancient Times 2
Chrysippus of Soli is known in history as the successor to the head position of Stoic philosophy – a former student of Cleanthes who was the second head of the Stoic school in Athens. This title gave Chrysippus the confidence to jumpstart a successful run in Stoicism. His efforts would launch what became known as one of the most influential movements in the Greek and Roman world that had taken place for centuries.
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