History Hit
Neil Oliver's Hadrian's Wall with English Heritage
Neil Oliver visits the Wall - a massive statement of the power of the Roman Empire. Neil looks at recent discoveries which uncover the lives of the people who built and lived along the wall.
Curated Video
Croatia, Salona ancient city - Roman baths
Salona, the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia, is situated in one of the most beautiful baysof the East Adriatic coast. Salona, as stated by Strabo, had originally been a coastal base, fortification and a port used by the...
Curated Video
Science in ancient Rome
The Romans were very much known for practicality, sanitation, technology and engineering. Interesting to ee why did the Romans built sterdy roads!
Jabzy
The Irish were Scots - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about The Irish were Scots
60 Second Histories
Roman armour - lorica hamata
A legionary describes the armour called lorica hamata, also known as chainmail, explaining how it was lightweight and gave the legionaries protection whilst still being able to move easily
Intelligence Squared
Boris Johnson: "The Romans were bastards"
Boris Johnson: "The Romans were bastards"
60 Second Histories
Roman weapons - the pilum
This short video describes a legionary's spear and how it was used and recycled
Intelligence Squared
Mary Bear: We should see the Romans as civilised
Mary Beard: Dispelling the myths about Rome - Greece vs Rome, 19th Nov 2015.
Weird History
What Was Hygiene Like For Roman Emperors
The norms and conventions of the ancient Roman world largely dictated the hygiene practices of its emperors - as did their personal vanity, practicality, and access to luxury. Physical representations of these men on coins and in busts...
Weird History
Most Common Killers In Ancient Rome and Greece
Common causes of death in ancient Greece and Rome had a lot to do with a lack of modern healthcare and wellness. In an urban society with no central plumbing, impure water supplies that transmitted bacteria, and insufficient medical...
60 Second Histories
Roman priestess
A Roman priestess describes her life, serving in the temple of Vestal. She explains how long she has served there and the duties she is expected to carry out
Curated Video
Kandake Amanirenas: Conquering Queen of Kush
Kandake Amanirenas is one of the most celebrated rulers of the Ancient Kingdom of Kush, located in the region of Nubia, which we now know as Sudan. She ruled from 40BC to 10BC. Kandake - also known as Candace, Kendake or Kentake - was...
History Hit
Maps, Our Place in the World: Ptolemy's map
Why are some people obsessed with maps and what do they mean? What is unique about Ptolemy's world map? Maps, Our Place in the World, Part 1
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Macedonia, Heracles Lencestis - Roman theatre
Heraclea Lyncestis was an ancient Macedonian city situated 2 km south of the present-day town of Bitola, Republic of Macedonia. It was founded by Philip II of Macedon in the middle of the 4th century BC, after he had conquered the...
Religion for Breakfast
The Reason Why They Gave Jesus a Beard
Why do depictions of Jesus always seem to portray him with long hair and a full beard? The reason stretches back to the earliest centuries of Christianity. The first images of Jesus actually depict him as beardless, but by the 4th...
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Jobs Did Romans Do?
This video is answering the question of what jobs did Romans do.
Curated Video
Israel, Masada
Masada was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2001. Its inscription on this prestigious list epitomizes its outstanding universal significance, which must be protected for the benefit of all humanity. Its fall signaled the...
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I WONDER - What Was The Most Important Meal Of The Day For Romans?
This video is answering the question of what was the most important meal of the day for Romans.
Jabzy
Macedonian Wars - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Macedonian Wars
Religion for Breakfast
Did Emperor Decius Target Christians?
In the mid-3rd century CE, Emperor Decius ordered that everyone in the Roman Empire is to offer a sacrifice to the Roman gods. This caused a controversy among Christian communities as bunches of Christians refused to sacrifice and ended...
Curated Video
The Origins of Halloween part 2: From Pagan Festivals to Modern Celebrations
This video explores the origins of Halloween and how it evolved over time. From early Christian feast days merged with northern European festivals for the dead, to the All Saints Day and All Souls Day, the video delves into how the...