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Ancient Greece
The Roman Emperor Who Broke the Nose of Alexander the Great’s Corpse
Just like in modern times, many people in antiquity enjoyed visiting the tombs of famous historical figures. One of the most famous historical figures in the Greco-Roman world was Alexander the Great. According to ancient records, one of the...
Ancient Greece
Strabo: The Ancient Greek Geographer Who Mapped the World
The ancient Greek geographer Strabo is one of the greatest writers of the ancient world, devoting his life to studying, writing, and traveling. He left behind a substantial body of work.
Strabo (or Stravon, Στράβων in Greek, 64 or 63...
Ancient Greece
Every Guy on TikTok Wants To Look Like Alexander the Great
The New York Times published a long-form article on Thursday exploring the relationship between TikTok's trendiest male hairstyle and its unexpected inspiration... Alexander the Great.
Yes, you heard that right: it seems that Alexander the Great is still conquering the...