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All about ancient history. Creator and host of the Ancient History Hound podcast.
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
Wonderful Roman glassware from Winchester. The City Museum there is a great visit.
#ancientrome #winchester
#ancientrome #winchester
May 15, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Wonderful Roman glassware from Winchester. The City Museum there is a great visit.
#ancientrome #winchester
#ancientrome #winchester
Revisited Winchester City Museum after 15 years (or so). Dressed differently this time around! #ancientrome #winchester
May 6, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Revisited Winchester City Museum after 15 years (or so). Dressed differently this time around! #ancientrome #winchester