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I also watched this documentary. What surprised me is learning the government had no provision for burying all the dead. It never occurred to me that bodies would remain for so long unburied, and understand how over whelming it must have been esp. to nearby townspeople. This is a part of the history of the Civil War one never reads about. The program brought back memories of a large, antique book that was kept in the bottom of a trunk belonging to my Father and Mother. It was a large photo book of the Civil War and all I can remember as a kid is that some of the photos were so gruesome we looked at the book very, very seldom. My grandfather's uncle fought in the Civil War. I am saying the book "was" kept, because I just phoned my Mother awhile ago to inquire about the book and if I may have it. She said of course I may, but called me back saying the book was NOT in the bottom of the trunk anymore! She was so sure it had been. Now we are struggling to remember what happened to the book. I am so disappointed because I'm wondering if it could have been an original copy of Matthew Brady's book. My brothers are not into history one bit, so we are certain it is not in their hands.

Fantastic. Can you imagine the thrill of unearthing that mosaic? Thanks for posting.

Very, very cool. Thank you for posting the game highlights link. Do you wonder if the ghosts of gladiators (and ancient spectators) were watching?

8:30pm? Well, that's good because I just came in at 3:15pm and figured I'd missed it. Tried that link you posted but couldn't find a live stream, clicked on everything. I wonder if I have to register with the site first. Doesn't help that I don't read the language. Are you watching it?

Thank you!

Altho I'm not a big hockey fan, I'm bookmarking that site Viggen; and will hopefully be able to tune in Sunday. What time does it say the game will begin? Probably different time zone for me too.

Ok. I was able to hear both of you and I heard someone say there was alot of echo with my mic. I may have not set things up correctly. Will try the chat later, thanks!

Just to be clear, the beaker is free if won or do we pay the 85? I can't remember from last time.

Well, I was informed there is no such thing as a "blue" moon. Only means, a second full moon in the same month as in "Once in a blue moon (a second one occurs)". Thanks for the link.

Is there any ancient writings about the "blue moon"? What if any, did they attribute to the changing color of the moon? (By the way, I can't tell for sure if it's cloud cover or indeed the moon itself - but I'd say that is a blue moon out there tonight )

If only there was a "click here for captions in the language of your country" button. Thanks, enjoyed watching it anyway.

Just want to say altho I don't post much I still visit this site every day and want to thank you for sharing all the great articles.

I just watched Part One of the animated movie, Asterix in Britain, yes I see now THEY at least had afternoon "tea" way back when. How funny. Thanks for the heads up on the series. I bookmarked the site to watch more. I'll check out the books,too. OT: How is your summer of tours going so far, Ghost? You mainly guide tours of the wall right? what other sites, if any, were you able to visit?

Thank you, I didn't scroll down far enough. What an exciting find.

I'm unable to find the image at the link you provided, tried reading through the list of articles there but still not finding it (image). Why is it called the House of the Telephus Relief?

I don't know how anyone could see and watch such a thing. That goes for bear baiting and modern dog fights as well. Nuts.

I need a "Computer Games for Dummies" book or something, but maybe you can explain to me how these games are played? It looks like a movie, do you assume certain characters, do you have to complete certain tasks to advance to the next level( or is that only in antiquated version of computer games?) Do you type in what you want your character to do and say?

Thanks. I'll check it out.

You would think physicians would infuse leaves of certain medicinal plants as a drink for healings, possible cures. Were mints grown or wild versions of the mint family possibly used in medicines. I never thought to check out ancient Roman recipes, I'm sure they used herbs in cooking; why not in drinks?

Any references in ancient literature to tea, tea recipes, ceremonies, ect? What was the hot beverage of choice among Romans? Probably spiced wine.

That was an interesting read, thank you so much for posting.

Wow, incredible. Like always, I'd love to know why and by whom it was placed there.

Its not a very good image since it keeps freezing and jumping on this PC. I had to go with the best image I could capture after several attempts but this may give you some idea of why I found the video funny... :lol: :lol:

I'm unable to watch the video, it is "unavailable in your area". But the link to the article and photos is very good. I just don't see many sculptures or paintings of children in general, like the pull-along toy. The doll? I wonder where that was found. Imagine its story.

I was thinking as caldrail mentions, that children were considered small adults. But it stands to reason that there would be toy soldiers for the boys to play with - or gladiators. An entire army of toy soldiers and ships maybe. It's curious that statues did not have movable joints? I'm thinking dolls here but then they would have to be of wood and wouldn't have survived.