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The Forum is
the central nervous system of SPQR Online, housing much of the site's interactive
features. Post a message on the message board, contact the webmasters, see any news
concerning classical Rome, and stay tuned for information concerning updates to this site.
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The Roman
army was the military powerhouse that conquered most of the known world in classical
times. It acted as a well-oiled machine: efficient, exacting, and victorious.
Learn the true meaning of I came, I saw, I conquered by exploring the
organization, history, and methods of the Roman war machine. |
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Salve: Latin for "hello," and with that, welcome
to Rome! Discover how to survive daily life in this ancient city, exploring
how to tell time and dates, speak the language, use the currency, keep up to date on
celebrities and events, stay hip on the latest fashions, and more! Just use the menu
at left to get started. |
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They have survived for millenia, the ancient myths and legends of Ancient
Rome, in one form or another. Who hasn't heard of Hercules? Cupid?
Venus? But do you know the "true" stories behind these classical
deities? Using the menu at left, explore the Pantheon to find out about everything
from the gods and godesses themselves to the legends within which they endure. |
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Rome's
innovative republican government provided the basis for which much of the world now
operates its political systems. Learn about Rome's history and leadership through
its three political stages - and make sure you beware the Ides of March. |
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Indeed, Rome
is remembered for its gory gladitorial contests, its craving for what we would call the
"gruesome." But Romans had a soft side too. Get in touch with it, from the
civilization who brought you some of the most influential art and poetry ever, literature
which continues to endure, the most advanced roads and engineered structures of its day,
and much more. |
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Roman map makers were certainly busy, what, with a civilization that
conquered almost all the known world. Keep up with all of those provinces and
countries with our section on the geography of ancient Rome, in addition to information
concerning all of those many landmarks you are always hearing so much about.
Honestly, what do you really know about Hadrian's Wall? Find out by using
the menu at left. |
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