Roman Archives

First infant burial in Roman military camp discovered in Iberian

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 26th August 2025

A recent study by Marta Fernández-Viejo and her colleagues from the laboratory of Human Evolution of the University of Burgos and University of León, published in Childhood in the Past, examined the possible Read More

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AI helps Latin scholars decipher ancient Roman texts – New

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 26th July 2025

Around 1,500 Latin inscriptions are discovered every year, offering an invaluable view into the daily life of ancient Romans—and posing a daunting challenge for the historians tasked with interpreting them. Summary Historians uncover around 1,500 Latin Read More

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This trilobite fossil became ancient Roman bling – New Study

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 24th July 2025

It’s the first example of this common fossil found in the ancient Roman world Summary This discovery marks the first documented instance of a widely recognized fossil type being unearthed within the confines of Read More

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Big Roman shoes discovered near Hadrian's Wall—but they don't necessarily

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 20th July 2025

Excavations at the Roman fort of Magna near Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland in northeast England have uncovered some very large leather footwear. Their discovery, according to some news coverage, has “baffled” archaeologists. Summary Recent Read More

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Assistant Professor (Teaching Focussed) in Roman History (110578-0625) – Jobs

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 15th July 2025

University of Warwick – Classics & Ancient History<br />Salary: £46,735 to £55,755 per annum pro rata. Read more… Credits: jobs.ac.uk DisclaimerRead More