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The Roman Empire Explained: A Comprehensive Historical Overview

July 10, 2026 | Ancient Rome | Benvenuto Trevisan

From its mythic foundation on the Palatine Hill to its eventual division and fall, the Roman Empire shaped law, language, and governance for millennia. This article traces its rise, key turning points, and lasting legacy.

From the Twelve Tables to the 1942 Codice Civile: Roman Law’s Enduring Influence on Modern Italian Civil Code

July 6, 2026 | Italian History | Benvenuto Trevisan

An in‑depth exploration of how ancient Roman legal principles, from the Twelve Tables to Justinian’s Corpus Juris Civilis, were revived, adapted, and codified in Italy’s modern civil law system, culminating in the 1942 Codice Civile.