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Learn about the history and types of ships used by the Romans for military, trade, and transportation in the Mediterranean. Explore the Punic wars, the invasions of Britain, the Battle of Actium, and the decline of the Roman fleet.
Learn about the origin and evolution of coupons, from the first-ever coupon for a free glass of Coca-Cola in 1888 to the modern electronic and mobile coupons. Find out how coupons are used for marketing, pricing, and taxation purposes.
The Edict on Maximum Prices (Latin: Edictum de Pretiis Rerum Venalium, "Edict Concerning the Sale Price of Goods"; also known as the Edict on Prices or the Edict of Diocletian) was issued in 301 AD by Diocletian. The document denounces greed and sets maximum prices and wages for all important articles and services.
Learn about the alphanumeric plates used to display the registration mark of a vehicle in the United Kingdom since 1904. Find out the current and previous formats, the international code, the regional identifiers and the legal requirements of number plates.
205 was a common year starting on Tuesday of the Julian calendar. It was known as the Year of the Consulship of Aurelius and Geta in the Roman Empire, and the year of the Battle of Nanpi in China.
A comprehensive overview of the rulers of the Roman Empire from Augustus to Constantine XI, with historical context and references. Learn about the titles, territories, challenges, and legacies of each emperor, as well as the usurpers and pretenders who claimed the throne.
A comprehensive list of Roman generals who commanded the Roman army in various wars and conflicts from the 8th century BC to the 5th century AD. The list includes names, consulships, achievements, and references for each general.
A partial list of Roman laws (leges) named for the sponsoring legislator and dated by the year of passage. The list covers the period from the kings of Rome to the late Republic, and includes the main features and sources of each law.