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Emperor Constantine won the Battle Chrysopolis. Image: MCAD Library via flickr.com under https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/

On this day in history: Constantine wins Battle of Chrysopolis

September 18, 2021September 18, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On 18th September 324AD, the two roman emperors – Constantine I and Licinius – fought in the Battle of Chrysopolis.

Colosseum completely opens tunnels for first time. Image by Sebastià Giralt via flickr.com under creative commons license

Colosseum fully opens underground tunnels for the first time

June 29, 2021March 22, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Hypogeum, or ‘backstage’, of Rome’s Colosseum is fully open to the public for the first time. The restored walkways allow visitors to fully explore the underground tunnels and chambers of the 2,000-year-old monument.

Celebrating the life and work of Dante

June 7, 2021July 5, 2021Sarah CaterLeave a Comment

2021 marks the 700th anniversary of the death of celebrated author and poet Dante. His work the Divine Comedy, a story in verse of love, admiration, intrigue was written whilst in exile from his birthplace of Florence. His story is that of a Soldier, Poet, and Political exile. Dante’s early life Dante was born Durante […]