Contemporary history of ancient ages

Antiquity · History

The Olympic Games: History, Significance and the Present Day

From Zeus to Paris: The Olympic Games combine ancient tradition with modern world politics. How did this religious festival evolve into a global movement – and what challenges does it face today?

11 August 202622 min

Antiquity · History

Pax Romana - heyday of the Roman Empire

200 years of peace, prosperity and culture: the Pax Romana shaped an empire stretching from Europe to North Africa. What defines this era – and why it continues to fascinate us to this day.

25 June 202613 min

Antiquity · History

Persian Wars - Causes, course and consequences of the conflict between the Greeks and Persians

From Marathon to Salamis: the Persian Wars shaped the ancient world. Find out what brought the Greeks and Persians into conflict and what consequences these battles have had right up to the present day.

2 June 202614 min

Antiquity · History

The Roman Empire: history, society and aftermath

For over 1,200 years, the Roman Empire shaped three continents. How it came into being, how it functioned, and how its influence continues to this day – a look at Rome’s enduring legacy.

28 April 202617 min