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New research on a skeleton of a gladiator that was found in York in 2004 shows the distinctive markings of lion's teeth.
Researchers compared the markings found on an ancient skeleton in England to bones that had been chewed on by cheetahs, lions ...
A Roman gladiator’s skeleton has provided the first piece of physical evidence of combat between a human and a large cat, ...
Former Tipperary hurler Shane McGrath says that while the Munster hurling championship continues to enthral, he feels some of ...
Colosseum locked for a VIP visit, Pope Francis makes Easter return—then dies at 88. Rome travelers witness joy and grief in ...
Cyclists are being invited to don Roman tunics and battle armour and unleash their inner Roman gladiator for a themed bike ...
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train like a gladiator, take part in mosaics, and march with centurions. In addition to the activities in Maumbury Rings, there were Roman Dorchester guided walks, tours and talks. Many of these ...
the metal cheek piece of a Roman helmet, two iron spearheads (one stuck in a hip bone, mind you), and hobnails from shoes that were made with leather and studded with nails, a type of footwear ...
exploring the stark truths behind these well-known Roman culture markers, often glamorised in films like Gladiator II. Dr Pearce’s discussion will delve into the reality of these spectacles in ...