The first bridges that the Romans built in their city, over the Tiber River, were made of wood. Some remained in use for a long time, up to several centuries, having to be constantly reformed and repaired. They finally started making them out of stone. The oldest that remains of all of them in its
The Celts recognizable by their long sword, their large shield, their torc (necklace), their trousers... and their somewhat shaggy appearance helmet and their shield. Only a few wore chain mail. Excerpt - Livy The aspect of the Gauls surprised and filled with fear because, according to the cus
At the end of the 15thth century, maritime explorations and discoveries are multiplying in Africa, and the world is turned towards the discovery of a fantasy Asia. Christophe Colomb, a Genoese navigator, was influenced by Ptolemys Geography:the Earth being round, he thought he could reach the Indies
In the 15thth century, the competition to find the route to India and its legendary riches by bypassing the Arab and Ottoman presence intensified. However, in 1493, the triumphant return of Christopher Columbus did not bode well for Portugal, which had invested heavily in the search for a passage th