The ancient city-state of Syracuse (Συράκουσαι) was a Greek colony established on the eastern coast of Sicily. The city rose to prominence as a metropolis, a powerful center of trade and Greek culture. Syracuse was declared by the Roman...
Although far from mainland Greece, Sicily quickly became a vital part of the Ancient Greek world. Early Greek settlers established numerous colonies on the island, many of which grew into powerful cities. But what do we really know about...
Agathocles’ audacious invasion of Africa in 310 BC, during the Greek-Carthaginian War of 311–310 BC, was a significant conflict between the Greek forces of Syracuse, led by Agathocles, and the Carthaginians, who dominated much of Sicily. It demonstrated both...
The world's first colossal ship, not unlike a modern cruise liner in form and function, was designed and built by the ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes.
The massive sea vessel was constructed in the third century BC and was commissioned by...
For ancient Greek history, the battle of Himera (480 BC) was a pivotal conflict that occurred in Sicily during the Greco-Persian Wars. While events such as the Battle of Thermopylae and the naval Battle of Salamis are often remembered...
