Category: History

During Victorian England, the treatment of syphilis was rudimentary and often ineffective, reflecting the limited medical knowledge of the time. Syphilis, a sexually transmitted disease…

From moments of triumph to tragedy, April has witnessed the unfolding of significant milestones that have influenced the course of nations and societies. And so,…

Neptune’s multifaceted role as the god of the sea, earthquakes, and horses, along with his iconic trident and enduring influence, makes him a fascinating figure…

In the vast (oh so vast) annals of criminal history, populated by tales of legendary mobsters, clever thieves, and shadowy serial killers, there lies a…

Cloacina is an interesting figure in Roman mythology and history, often associated with sanitation and cleanliness.  For this blog post, we are going to take…

Saturn is one of the oldest Roman deities, embodying agriculture, wealth, and time. His worship predates the Roman state itself. He has roots possibly in…

The Sibylline Books were a collection of ancient oracular texts that played a significant role in the religious and political life of ancient Rome. The…

H.P. Lovecraft, an iconic figure in the realm of weird fiction and horror, has left an indelible mark on literature with his creation of the…

The Megalesia was one of the major religious festivals in ancient Rome, celebrated in early April in honor of the goddess Cybele, also known as…

It’s time to mark your calendars for a journey back in time at the upcoming Civil War Medicine Symposium.  The event, a collaborative effort between…