RomanVolunteers find Roman artifacts on first day of dig
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2009/07/04 - 16:35.
An archaeological dig in Lincolnshire, England, which teams professional and volunteers, has led to satisfying results on its first day. Among items found: "Roman coins, flints and walls."
The riddle of the skulls
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2009/06/30 - 08:55.
Archaeologists in Dorset, England are trying to uncover the mystery of a burial pit full of skulls dating to Roman times. The 45 skulls discovered so far all appear to belong to young men.
3rd century skeletons surprise pond builders
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009/06/28 - 08:54.
Gardeners digging a pond near Mowmacre, England were surprised to find human remains beneath their shovels. The two skeletons have been dated to 3rd century Roman Britain, and were found along with bits of pottery.
Gladiator's helmet travels to Australia
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2009/06/27 - 09:40.
An extraordinarily-preserved gladiator's helmet, found in what is believed to be a storeroom of the gymnasium of Pompeii, will be the centerpiece of an exhibit on Roman life at the Melbourne Museum. (photos).
2nd century scandal at Vindolanda
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2009/06/23 - 16:50.
Researchers studying the Vindolanda tablets, wooden documents detailing everyday life in Roman Britain, believe that five of the tablets show evidence of graft among public officials. (photo).
The cost of Hadrian's Wall
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2009/06/22 - 17:30.
In today's world of astronomical construction costs, what would it cost to build Hadrian's Wall? The British company Carillion thinks it knows.
The case for studying Latin
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2009/06/19 - 12:41.
Why study Latin? Charlotte Higgins, author of Latin Love Lessons and It's All Greek to Me makes the case in her "On Culture" blog for The Guardian.
Current Viroconium "only tip of the iceberg"
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009/06/14 - 15:28.
Experts from English Heritage have declared that excavations at Shropshire’s Wroxeter Roman City, Viroconium, have so far revealed "only the tip of the iceberg," and plan to uncover the rest of the city.
Vindolanda Writing Tablets to return home
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009/06/14 - 11:23.
Thanks to a UK£1.8m grant from regional development agency One North East, the Vindolanda Writing Tablets, the rich chronicle of Roman military in Britain, will be coming home to Vindolanda for "a rolling programme of displays" in 2012.
To see Roman France, go south
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2009/06/13 - 13:51.
When asked the best way to view the Roman heritage of France, Patrick Périn, the director of the Musée des Antiquités Nationales replied, "Go South." That is what travel reporter Elaine Sciolino did to research her article for the New York Times. (photos)
1st century Roman palace found in Romania
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009/05/31 - 16:57.
Romanian archaeologists are excited about the discovery of a Roman palace, dating to the time of Emperor Trajan, in the southwestern village of Zavoi. Experts believe that the structure was built during the first Dacian-Roman War of 101-102.
Roman vicus sheds light on the last days of Roman Britain
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2009/05/28 - 17:33.
Archaeologists working on a Roman settlement near Bowes, England have discovered a vicus, an unplanned settlement on the outskirts of the fort dating to the 2nd to 3rd centuries, which would have been home to hundreds of people.
Roman road being destroyed by 4x4s
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009/05/24 - 17:03.
The last remnants of a Roman road from Wandlebury to Horseheath, England are being destroyed by trail bikers and 4x4 drivers who using it as a race track.
Largest Roman coin to be auctioned
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2009/05/20 - 10:14.
The largest known silver Roman coin, dating to the 4th century C.E., will be auctioned in late May 2009 in the United States. The coin weighs 104.30 grams.(photo)
Praise God and Pass the Tartar Sauce?
Submitted by Ursula on Sun, 2009/04/26 - 08:01.
The early Christians of Rome ate a diet including much more fish than their pagan neighbors, according to a new analysis of catacomb burials.
Late Roman village discovered in Austria
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009/04/19 - 12:12.
The remains of a village, dating to late Roman times, have been discovered at the site of a proposed retirement home in Salzburg, Austria. Archaeologists believe it is the "largest find from that period of history in Salzburg to date."
Roman pollution reaches Iceland
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2009/04/18 - 14:05.
A new study, which appeared in the April 2009 issue of the journal Science of the Total Environment shows that air pollution from 1st and 2nd century Roman mining and metalworking operations has shown up in an Icelandic salt marsh.
Burgundy vineyards dated to Roman times
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2009/03/24 - 20:14.
A recent archaeological dig sponsored by the Institut National de Recherches Archéologiques Préventives and the ARTeHIS Laboratory (CNRS/Ministère de la Culture et de la Communication/Université de Bourgogne) shows that the production of burgundy wine near Dijon, France dates to Roman times.
Bulgarian and British team will study early European settlement
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009/03/15 - 15:49.
Archaeologists from Bulgaria and Great Britain are joining efforts to begin research in the area of the lower Danube River, concentrating on the 5th through 7th centuries. The goal of the project is to study "changes in lifestyle and social life in the transitional period from antiquity to the Middle Ages."
Gloucester archaeologists search for "missing link" in wall
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2009/03/07 - 17:47.
Archaeologists are hoping that they will complete their discovery of the Roman wall which once ringed Gloucester, England during a summer dig. Evidence of much of the original wall has been found, except for one portion "between the corner of Parliament Street and Southgate Street."
Ancient Rome on a budget
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009/03/01 - 12:08.
The Ancient Coins for Education, Inc. website offers hints for budgeting in ancient Rome the article "What things cost in Ancient Rome ."
Colchester Roman circus for sale
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2009/02/28 - 13:28.
Townhouses may soon cover the track of the only known Roman circus in Britain. The developer, Taylor Wimpey, has decided to sell the land which includes the historic starting gate and Sergeants' Mess in Colchester, England.
Folding chairs in history
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2009/02/23 - 07:51.
DesignBoom.com has created a website dedicated to the history of the folding chair from ancient times through the Renaissance. The website includes illustrations.
Archaeologists ponder Pagan mosaic found under cathedral
Submitted by AEschwynne on Sat, 2009/02/14 - 09:04.
Three mosaics of tiny tiles, featuring naked people possibly performing pagan rituals, have been unearthed underneath the Cathedral of Reggio Emilia in Italy.
Valentine's Day history still a mystery
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2009/02/10 - 11:15.
Every year historians debate the "real" history of Valentine's Day, and still there seems to be no consensus on its true origins. Now student Sarah Clark gives it a try.
Roman mosaic found in Cotswold field
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009/02/08 - 16:51.
Paul Ballinger and John Carter didn't find anything with their metal detector recently, but noticed tiles in a plowed field. After some searching, they uncovered a 40-foot (12 meter) diameter mosaic floor dating to 4th century Roman times. (photo)
Chemical warfare in Roman times
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2009/01/23 - 16:44.
It was a very bad day for 3rd century Roman soldiers who tried to defend a fortress by way of a cramped tunnel. Dead soldiers were doused with toxic substances and set on fire, causing the Romans to retreat.
Roman temples discovered in England
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2009/01/21 - 15:28.
British Channel Four's Time Team has discovered the remains of four Roman temples near Redbourn, England. The temples may have been built to worship water gods, according to experts, since there are springs and a river in the area.
Life in Roman Britain through the eyes of garrison wives
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2009/01/18 - 13:10.
One of the most important aspects of the excavations at England's Vindolana archaeological site is the insight given to everyday life at the fort, especially through the preserved letters of those stationed there. Australia's Couriermail.com has a feature.
Calculating Roman-style
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2009/01/12 - 12:51.
Puzzled by Roman numerals? Always in a dither about how to write the latest SCA year? Maybe Scienceblog's Good Math, Bad Math website can help. The site explains the Roman numeral system and how to do calculations with them.
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