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Way of Life - Death - Food - Hygiene - Women - Family - Love

Information on the daily habits and customs of ancient people, including food, bathing, marriage, social position of women, and funerals.
About the Ancient Calendar
The Ancient Calendar, development of the ancient calendar, the reforms made by the Julian and then Gregorian Calendars, and the names of days of the week.
Why Were Mules More Popular Than Horses in the Ancient Mediterranean?
Horses and Mules. Comparison of the value of horses and mules for tasks in daily life in the ancient Mediterranean. Also Ancient / Classical History Forum notes on breeding horses and mules.

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