History - Page 36

May 16

Archaeologists make grim discovery after finding ancient Roman buildings

A recent archaeological excavation in Switzerland took a somber turn when historians discovered a collection of infant burials from Ancient Rome, along with various other artifacts.

May 15

Archaeologists unearth miraculously well-preserved wooden remnant of Ancient Roman town

An Ancient Roman wooden water pipe was recently uncovered in Leuven, Belgium, offering insights into Roman engineering and the city's historical significance.

May 13

Trump's $400M Qatar jet gift follows long history of unusual presidential presents

From Lincoln's elephants to Trump's luxury jet, US presidents have a long history of receiving foreign gifts. But it is not without legal and ethical controversy.

May 13

Ancient Roman theater discovered beneath town hall thanks to massive earthquakes

An earthquake in Croatia led to the discovery of an ancient Roman theater in Sisak, according to officials. The theater's orchestra was found in the basement of the town hall during renovations.

May 12

Corpse of 16th-century Catholic saint found 'perfectly preserved' goes on display, astonishing worshippers

The remarkably preserved body of an early modern saint, St. Teresa of Avila, has been exhibited in Spain months after being found "miraculously incorrupt" last year.

May 12

Late Bronze Age settlement dating back 3,000 years uncovered amid road work: 'Important discovery'

Archaeologists uncovered an ancient settlement and cremation cemetery dating back 3,000 years ahead of highway construction at Europa Way in northwest Ipswich, in the United Kingdom.

May 12

Congressman reveals hidden secret passageway from America's founding under Capitol floorboards

Republican North Carolina Rep. Tim Moore posted a viral video showing a hidden passageway under the floorboards of the Lincoln Room in the U.S. Capitol.

May 11

Archaeologists discover tomb of Egyptian royalty behind false door: 'Unveils new secrets'

Archaeologists were amazed to discover that a false door at an excavation site led to the tomb of Egyptian royalty, per the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.

May 11

Man stumbles across hoard of priceless coins while out for nature walk: 'Face to face with history'

Metal detectorist Marius Mangeac spoke with Fox News Digital about recently discovering a hoard of Ancient Roman treasure in the Romanian wilderness.

May 10

Wreckage of 800-ton ship found after its deadly sinking well over a century ago: 'Significant discovery'

Archaeologists in Australia have discovered a 19th century Dutch merchant shipwreck that went down off the country's coast more than 160 years ago.