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Moving Money In Ancient Rome

Moving Money In Ancient Rome

ou probably have an app for this, but back in the day money transfers were not so simple. Spare a thought for how difficult and risky it was to move money in the ancient Roman Republic. No cake walk, let me tell you. Travel in the ancient world was notoriously...
Why the USSR Tried to Ban Weekends

Why the USSR Tried to Ban Weekends

or workers in the Soviet Union, like in many parts of the world during the 20th century, Sunday was a day of rest after six straight days of back-breaking labor. It was also an opportunity to go to church, see relatives, and maybe clean your home. But Sundays were...