Commodus did not like senators
Emperor Commodus never was fond of the senatorial order, leading to the conviction of many senators. At certain games, he tried to prove his marksmanship.
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Curiosities of ancient Rome (Ancient stories)
Ancient stories are curiosities revealing lesser-known, surprising, or unusual episodes from the world of ancient Rome and antiquity. This category includes short stories about events, people, and situations that don’t always make it into classical works, yet allow for a better understanding of the realities and mentality of the era.
Geta liked to eat well
Geta, co-reigning with her brother Caracalla, since the death of father Septimius Severus in 211 CE, as a Roman emperor, reportedly requested that his cooks prepare dishes beginning with the same letter for dinner.
Nero loved to perform at Games
In 64 CE Emperor Nero went to Greece for a year and a half, where, according to various rumours, earned over 1,800 victories wreaths as a charioteer, lute player, singer and actor.
Burning mountains of Pliny
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