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All about ancient history. Creator and host of the Ancient History Hound podcast.
Going back to school this week helping Year 3s with their ancient Rome topic. Been volunteering at one school in #Brighton for over 10 years. Here's a couple of photos (released by the school) from previous visits.
#ancientrome #school #schoolvisit
#ancientrome #school #schoolvisit
November 17, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Going back to school this week helping Year 3s with their ancient Rome topic. Been volunteering at one school in #Brighton for over 10 years. Here's a couple of photos (released by the school) from previous visits.
#ancientrome #school #schoolvisit
#ancientrome #school #schoolvisit
Gladiator helmets from Pompeii. A Thraex (with a palm tree), Murmillo (with scenes from the capture of Troy) and a Provocator.
#gladiator #pompeii #ancientrome
#gladiator #pompeii #ancientrome
November 16, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Gladiator helmets from Pompeii. A Thraex (with a palm tree), Murmillo (with scenes from the capture of Troy) and a Provocator.
#gladiator #pompeii #ancientrome
#gladiator #pompeii #ancientrome
A few pumpkins I have carved over the years inspired by Greek vases. Hopefully you can recognise one or two. 🎃🏺
#ancientgreece #pumpkincarving #halloween
#ancientgreece #pumpkincarving #halloween
October 31, 2025 at 5:31 AM
A few pumpkins I have carved over the years inspired by Greek vases. Hopefully you can recognise one or two. 🎃🏺
#ancientgreece #pumpkincarving #halloween
#ancientgreece #pumpkincarving #halloween
October 30, 2025 at 11:48 AM
It's important for Empires from a long time ago to network. Think I'll leave the Tauntaun cavalry to the auxilia though.
#ancientrome #tauntaun #bikerscout #legion #starwars
#ancientrome #tauntaun #bikerscout #legion #starwars
October 13, 2025 at 3:38 PM
It's important for Empires from a long time ago to network. Think I'll leave the Tauntaun cavalry to the auxilia though.
#ancientrome #tauntaun #bikerscout #legion #starwars
#ancientrome #tauntaun #bikerscout #legion #starwars
Had a great time at the weekend with Legio II Augusta (at Battles Through History). A real eagle, dromedaries and drills!
#ancientrome #legion #eagle #dromedary
#ancientrome #legion #eagle #dromedary
October 7, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Had a great time at the weekend with Legio II Augusta (at Battles Through History). A real eagle, dromedaries and drills!
#ancientrome #legion #eagle #dromedary
#ancientrome #legion #eagle #dromedary
The latest book by @drjeball.bsky.social has just arrived. Cannot wait to start reading! #ancientrome #tacfarinas #numidia
September 30, 2025 at 9:28 AM
The latest book by @drjeball.bsky.social has just arrived. Cannot wait to start reading! #ancientrome #tacfarinas #numidia
Hoplite helmet dedicated at Olympia (circa 460BC). The inscription indicates it was won at a victory of an Argive force against Corinth. #ancientgreece #hoplite
September 19, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Hoplite helmet dedicated at Olympia (circa 460BC). The inscription indicates it was won at a victory of an Argive force against Corinth. #ancientgreece #hoplite
September 3, 2025 at 11:02 AM
When Boudicca razed Colchester in AD60 the destruction left a distinct layer of debris. This helmet was made using helmet fragments from this layer.
#ancientrome #boudicca #colchester #ancienthistory
#ancientrome #boudicca #colchester #ancienthistory
August 12, 2025 at 2:29 PM
When Boudicca razed Colchester in AD60 the destruction left a distinct layer of debris. This helmet was made using helmet fragments from this layer.
#ancientrome #boudicca #colchester #ancienthistory
#ancientrome #boudicca #colchester #ancienthistory
August 5, 2025 at 6:51 PM
A tombstone of Glykylla dating to 430-410 BC. She is depicted adjusting a bracelet whilst a maid holds a box open (perhaps she was deciding which one to put on). Tombstones such as this one foster a sense of the person. It's quite touching.
#ancientgreece #tombstone #stele
#ancientgreece #tombstone #stele
July 22, 2025 at 8:29 AM
A tombstone of Glykylla dating to 430-410 BC. She is depicted adjusting a bracelet whilst a maid holds a box open (perhaps she was deciding which one to put on). Tombstones such as this one foster a sense of the person. It's quite touching.
#ancientgreece #tombstone #stele
#ancientgreece #tombstone #stele
Hephaestus existed in the BC period (Before Coldplay) which is why he needed something more elaborate.
#greekmythology #odyssey #homer
#greekmythology #odyssey #homer
July 19, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Hephaestus existed in the BC period (Before Coldplay) which is why he needed something more elaborate.
#greekmythology #odyssey #homer
#greekmythology #odyssey #homer
Bodhi, 4 years on from his adoption. We have both put a bit of weight on and have a few more grey hairs. Success!!
#rescuedog #dog
#rescuedog #dog
July 10, 2025 at 6:55 AM
Bodhi, 4 years on from his adoption. We have both put a bit of weight on and have a few more grey hairs. Success!!
#rescuedog #dog
#rescuedog #dog
A Corinthian lekythos (circa 575 BC) depicting a warrior falling in battle. A complex composition and lots of detail. Stunning.
#ancientgreece
#ancientgreece
July 3, 2025 at 5:49 AM
A Corinthian lekythos (circa 575 BC) depicting a warrior falling in battle. A complex composition and lots of detail. Stunning.
#ancientgreece
#ancientgreece
A scene from the wedding of Peleus and Thetis on a wine bowl. Here Peleus welcomes the goddess Iris. The artist was Sophilos who has written 'Sophilos painted this' inbetween the columns. Athenian circa 580 BC. #ancientgreece #greekmythology
June 20, 2025 at 3:14 PM
A scene from the wedding of Peleus and Thetis on a wine bowl. Here Peleus welcomes the goddess Iris. The artist was Sophilos who has written 'Sophilos painted this' inbetween the columns. Athenian circa 580 BC. #ancientgreece #greekmythology
June 18, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Maenads and satyrs dancing on an amphora (circa 540-510 BC). Presumably this is the bit before things start to get rowdy..😄
#ancientgreece #greekmythology #maenad #satyr
#ancientgreece #greekmythology #maenad #satyr
June 13, 2025 at 6:14 AM
Maenads and satyrs dancing on an amphora (circa 540-510 BC). Presumably this is the bit before things start to get rowdy..😄
#ancientgreece #greekmythology #maenad #satyr
#ancientgreece #greekmythology #maenad #satyr
A young soldier goes to war after making an offering to Nike. Athenian, circa 440 BC. #ancientgreece #hoplite
June 9, 2025 at 3:01 PM
A young soldier goes to war after making an offering to Nike. Athenian, circa 440 BC. #ancientgreece #hoplite
Had a great day at Chichester for their Roman day - getting back in kit with Legio II Augusta and chatting with people was fab. #ancientrome #chichester
May 31, 2025 at 7:14 AM
Had a great day at Chichester for their Roman day - getting back in kit with Legio II Augusta and chatting with people was fab. #ancientrome #chichester
New episode coming soon! Subscribe to avoid missing out. #ancientrome #ancienthistoryhound #ancienthistory
May 27, 2025 at 1:40 PM
New episode coming soon! Subscribe to avoid missing out. #ancientrome #ancienthistoryhound #ancienthistory
Volunteering with a class of Year 3s (8 year olds) to help with their ancient Rome topic. Great to be able to help and support teachers. If you know of a school in or near Brighton who might be interested message me.
#ancientrome #brighton #ancienthistory
#ancientrome #brighton #ancienthistory
May 21, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Volunteering with a class of Year 3s (8 year olds) to help with their ancient Rome topic. Great to be able to help and support teachers. If you know of a school in or near Brighton who might be interested message me.
#ancientrome #brighton #ancienthistory
#ancientrome #brighton #ancienthistory
Euripides: "And at the end she escapes on a chariot. But get this, a chariot drawn by serpents"
Eurovision: "Hold my beer"
#Eurovision #medea #euripides 🇫🇮
Eurovision: "Hold my beer"
#Eurovision #medea #euripides 🇫🇮
May 17, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Euripides: "And at the end she escapes on a chariot. But get this, a chariot drawn by serpents"
Eurovision: "Hold my beer"
#Eurovision #medea #euripides 🇫🇮
Eurovision: "Hold my beer"
#Eurovision #medea #euripides 🇫🇮
May 17, 2025 at 1:31 PM