461: St Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, dies this day in 461, according to legend; his feast day is now celebrated widely ...

Early Christianity faced numerous challenges, both from external persecution and internal doctrinal disputes. Among the most ...

Written as a series of personal reflections, Meditations by the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius is a masterpiece of Stoic philosophy. It provides practical wisdom on resilience, self-discipline, and ...

Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius is often held as an example. Later political commentators cite Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, and Lee Kuan Yew, the first Prime Minister of ...

180AD: Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius dies leaving his son, Comomodus, aged 18 as emperor. 1337: Edward The Black Prince is made Duke of Cornwall, the first Duchy made in England. 1521: Portuguese ...

Its plot revolves around the historical figure of Caligula, a Roman Emperor famed for his cruelty and seemingly insane behavior. The play depicts Caligula, torn by the death of Drusilla, his sister.

U.S. News Insider Tip: A normal ticket includes the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (valid for 24 hours) and you can visit all three in one day. It doesn't include a visit to the ...