Shoutout to nostr:nprofile1qqsy746ptxex5hatuu62atsxjfahndf4dakyy56v0atgw5mjdph38rgf9r6aj for zapping a lot. Give this beautiful lady a follow!
🤯 don’t believe you. I’m going to check this if i see one.
Davidius Gogginus;
“Who is gonna Carry the boats!!”
Stay hard
Cèterum cénseo Carthaginem
dēlendam esse.
GN. It has been a great day.
THE COLOSSEUM
The Colosseum, or Flavian Amphitheatre, is one of the most iconic symbols of ancient Rome. Built between 70 and 80 AD under the Flavian emperors Vespasian and Titus, it was designed to be a grand spectacle. Its elliptical shape and towering arches could accommodate up to 50,000 spectators.
The Colosseum was used for a variety of events, including gladiatorial contests, animal hunts, and public executions. Beneath the arena was a complex network of tunnels and chambers, used to store animals, props, and equipment.
Over the centuries, the Colosseum has seen many changes. It was once a place of entertainment and death, but it has also been a fortress, a quarry, and a Christian shrine. Today, it stands as a powerful symbol of Rome's ancient past and continues to amaze visitors from around the world.
GN fellow retards 😴
We would rename the Federal Reserve Bank to; FAKE RETARDED BULLIES before destroying it brick by brick and then use the bricks to fix the roads since it’s needed, and we happen to be good at it.
We would want to ask the Eth people for the roadmap so we can start construction, but they say it is not for practical real world implementations, nor have they the money to fund the project. (Something with flippening, they said).
Currently on the job in Germania Inferior, thinking about senator Pocahontas. Good day folks!
GM. Stay curious, stay hungry.
FALL OF CIVILIZATIONS.
EPISODE 17. CARTHAGE,
EMPIRE OF THE PHOENICIANS
3,5 hour podcast by Paul Cooper. Very good storyteller.
Friedrich Nietszche. Off topic, but worth it.
“Everything in woman is a riddle, and everything in woman
hath one solution —it is called pregnancy.
Man is for woman a means: the purpose is always the
child. But what is woman for man?
Two different things wanted the true man: danger and
diversion. Therefore wanted he woman, as the most dangerous plaything.
Man shall be trained for war, and woman for the recreation of the warrior: all else is folly.
Too sweet fruits—these the warrior like not. Therefore like he woman;—bitter is even the sweetest woman.
Better than man doth woman understand children, but
man is more childish than woman.
In the true man there is a child hidden: it wanted to
play. Up then, ye women, and discover the child in man!”
“When he was set down on the judgment seat, his wife sent unto him, saying, Have thou nothing to do with that just man: for I have suffered many things this day in a dream because of him.
But the chief priests and elders persuaded the multitude that they should ask Barabbas, and destroy Jesus.
The governor answered and said unto them, Whether of the twain will ye that I release unto you? They said, Barabbas.
Pilate saith unto them, What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ? They all say unto him, Let him be crucified.
And the governor said, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out the more, saying, Let him be crucified.
When Pilate saw that he could prevail nothing, but that rather a tumult was made, he took water, and washed his hands before the multitude, saying, I am innocent of the blood of this just person: see ye to it.
Then answered all the people, and said, His blood be on us, and on our children.
Then released he Barabbas unto them: and when he had scourged Jesus, he delivered him to be crucified.”
ROMAN BODY ARMOUR
Roman body armor was a key factor in the military success of the Roman Empire. It evolved over time, adapting to new threats and technologies. Here's a breakdown of the most common types:
* Lorica Hamata: This was the most popular type of armor, consisting of thousands of small iron rings linked together to form a flexible and protective covering. It was worn by the majority of legionaries throughout the Roman Republic and early Empire.
* Lorica Segmentata: This type of armor was made of iron plates that were articulated together, allowing for greater flexibility and protection than the Lorica Hamata. It was adopted in the early Roman Empire and became the standard armor for legionaries until the 3rd century AD.
* Lorica Squamata: This type of armor was made of small metal scales that were sewn onto a leather or linen backing. It was less common than the Lorica Hamata and Lorica Segmentata, but it was still used by some Roman soldiers, particularly in the later period of the Empire.
In addition to these main types of armor, Roman soldiers also wore a variety of other protective gear, such as manicae (arm guards) and pteruges (tassets). The type of armor worn by a Roman soldier depended on his rank, role, and unit. However, all Roman soldiers were well-protected, which contributed to the military success of the Roman Empire.
It’s a great day to be on NOSTR frens! 🫡
GM.
BATTLE OF NISIBIS, 217 AD
The year was 217 AD. The Roman Empire, under the newly ascended Emperor Macrinus, was locked in a bitter conflict with the Parthian Empire. The two powers, ancient rivals, had clashed for centuries over the fertile lands of Mesopotamia. Now, the stage was set for a decisive battle near the city of Nisibis, a strategic stronghold in the region.
The Roman legions, known for their disciplined formations and heavy infantry, marched towards Nisibis. Their ranks were filled with soldiers from across the empire, from the rugged frontiers of Britannia to the sun-baked deserts of North Africa. Leading them was Macrinus himself, a man of ambition but lacking the charisma of his predecessors.
Opposing the Romans were the Parthian cavalry, renowned for their swift and deadly attacks. They were led by King Artabanus IV, a seasoned warrior who had weathered many battles against Rome. The Parthians, with their nimble horses and skilled archers, were a formidable force, capable of striking with devastating speed.
The battle began on a sweltering summer day. The Roman legions, clad in heavy armor, advanced towards the Parthian lines. The Parthians, meanwhile, unleashed a barrage of arrows, picking off Roman soldiers with deadly accuracy. The Roman infantry, protected by their shields, slowly advanced, their swords raised high.
The fighting was fierce and bloody. The Romans, though heavily armored, were slowed down by the heat and the weight of their equipment. The Parthians, on the other hand, were agile and quick, darting in and out of the Roman lines. The Roman cavalry, outnumbered and outmaneuvered, struggled to contain the Parthian horsemen.
As the sun began to set, the battle reached a climax. The Parthians, sensing an opportunity, launched a final, desperate charge. The Roman lines wavered, then broke. The Roman soldiers, exhausted and demoralized, were forced to retreat. The Parthians, victorious, pursued the fleeing Romans, inflicting heavy casualties.
The Battle of Nisibis was a devastating defeat for the Roman Empire. Macrinus, humiliated and discredited, was forced to sue for peace, paying a heavy price to the Parthians. The battle marked the end of Roman ambitions in Mesopotamia and the beginning of a period of decline for the empire. The Parthians, though victorious, were also weakened by the conflict. Their empire would eventually be conquered by the Sassanian Persians, a new power that would rise from the ashes of the Parthian kingdom.
THREE HORACE’S QUOTES:
* "Carpe diem, quam minimum credula postero."
Translation: "Seize the day, trusting as little as possible in the morrow."
Meaning: Live in the present moment, don't rely on future promises.
* "Aequam memento rebus in arduis servare mentem."
Translation: "Remember to keep a calm mind in difficult times."
Meaning: Maintain composure, even when faced with challenges.
* "Non omnis moriar, multaque pars mei vitabit Libitinam."
Translation: "I shall not wholly die, but much of me will escape Death."
Meaning: Our legacy, our ideas, and our art can live on beyond our physical existence.
NOTES AND OTHER STUFF TRANSMITTED BY ROMANS ✅