Day: August 10, 2009

Emperor Vespasian’s birth-place found

A large Roman villa (some 150,000 sq. ft.) has been found near the ancient city of Falacrinae — known to be the birthplace of the emperor Vespasian (emperor A.D. 69-79).  Excavations are underway, and given the size, location, and rich appointments of the villa, it seems likely to have been associated with the Flavian family. …Continue Reading Emperor Vespasian’s birth-place found