Hosted by Ancient Rome Live Creator Darius Arya via Zoom
Each month, we offer two exclusive—and completely free—learning experiences; a 20-minute Seminar, a fast, focused dive into the stories and sites of ancient Rome, and a one-hour Masterclass, where you can join leading scholars for an in-depth exploration and ask your questions live.
Our seminar calendar gets a fresh update every month so that you can plan ahead, mix, match, and grab your front-row seat to history.
One of Rome’s most iconic monuments hides a controversial secret. The Arch of Constantine, erected in AD 315 to celebrate the emperor’s victory at the Milvian Bridge, was built in part by recycling sculptures and reliefs stripped from earlier monuments — a practice known as spoliation. But why? This seminar unpacks the arch’s layered history and what it reveals about power, memory, and reuse in ancient Rome.
From the sun-scorched deserts of Egypt to the fertile plains of Tunisia, North Africa was home to some of Rome’s most fascinating military history. In this masterclass, Darius Arya explores how the Roman army operated across this vast and diverse region. We’ll examine the legions and auxiliary units stationed there, the unique challenges of the African frontier, and the remarkable archaeological evidence that survives to this day.
Hosted by Darius Arya featuring special guests
