This Week in Ancient History

Posted by Robin Fowler Mar 19, 2006

March 20, 44 B.C. - Julius Caesar's funeral occurs in Rome.

March 20, 43 B.C. - Roman poet Ovid is born in Sulmona, Italy.

March 22, 238 A.D. - Gordian I and his son Gordian II are named Emperors of Rome. Their reign lasts a mere 36 days.