Tag: homosexual history

The Sacred Band of Thebes – The Elite Military Unit of Same Sex Lovers

Heritage

Mark Milligan - June 30, 2021

The Sacred Band of Thebes was an elite force of shock troops in the Theban army, consisting of 150 paired male lovers that were famed in the classical world during the 4th century BC, for their legendary courage and military strength in battle.

Underwater archaeological discoveries reveal ancient Aboriginal landscape in Australia

Mark Milligan - October 14, 2026

Roman window grille discovered at Augusta Raurica

Archaeology

Ancient teeth reveal toxic legacy of medieval lead mining in the Peak District

Anthropology

Archaeologists uncover colossal statues of Ramses II in Egypt

Archaeology

Archaeologists uncover evidence of ancient cultural exchange along Mexico City–Querétaro railway

Archaeology

2,500-year-old solar observatory discovered in Mexico, revealing ancient astronomical knowledge

Archaeology