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Roquefort is one of the world’s oldest known blue cheeses, originating in southern France and mentioned in records as early as 79 CE. Legend says it was discovered when a young shepherd left his lunch ...

Alexander the Great's siege of the island city of Tyre used all the innovation and cunning worthy of a conqueror still known ...

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Year 5 Roman Britain KS2 History videos, quizzes and activities that will help students practise their Roman Britain knowledge and skills. Part of History ...

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We can probably safely assume Rome, in many areas, was likely pretty dirty and rank-smelling. That said, there's evidence of ...