That Roman Centurion, a well-acclaimed symbol of authority and military prowess, was tasked with overseeing the crucifixion; a humdrum, if not callous, duty for a man hardened by the brutality of ...

A reenactment group depicts a Roman centurion and his soldiers. Archaeologists have found a collection of ancient letters featuring correspondence between Roman military commanders.

In two new books, the historians Adrian Goldsworthy and Tom Holland portray an empire that knew how to hold back from a fight and make room for upstarts. Someone’s husband trying on a Roman ...

Archaeology: Roman ‘fridge’ complete with leftovers unearthed from centurion’s house Experts believe that the 1,800-year-old cool box dates back to the time of the Roman emperor Septimius ...