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This week's articles from Ancient History Encyclopedia fresh in your inbox! [View this email in your browser] Our mission is to improve history education worldwide by creating the most complete, freely accessible and reliable history resource in the world. [Support Us] This Week's Articles [Utu-Shamash] Utu (also known as Shamash, Samas, and Babbar) is the Sumerian god of the sun and divine justice. He is the son of the moon god Nanna and the fertility goddess Ningal in the Sumerian tradition... — [continue reading »] [Etruscan Architecture] The architecture of the Etruscan civilization, which flourished in central Italy from the 7th to 2nd century BCE, has largely been obliterated both by the conquering Romans and time... — [continue reading »] [Roman Britain] Britain was a significant addition to the ever-expanding Roman Empire. For decades Rome had been conquering the Mediterranean Sea - defeating Carthage in the Punic Wars, overwhelming Macedon... — [continue reading »] [Etruscan Religion] The religion of the Etruscans, the civilization which flourished from the 7th to 2nd century BCE in central Italy, has, like many other features of the culture, long been overshadowed... — [continue reading »] [Assur] Assur (also Ashur, Anshar) is the god of the Assyrians who was elevated from a local deity of the city of Ashur to the supreme god of the Assyrian pantheon. The Assyrian Empire, like... — [continue reading »] [A Quick Guide to the History of Salisbury, England] The moment I sunk into the warm mismatched chairs at The Haunch of Venison, I knew that Salisbury was a special place. Sitting down for a hearty meal of soup, bread, and beer in... — [continue reading »] [Chiusi] Chiusi (Etruscan name: Clevsin, Roman: Clusium), located in central Italy, was an important Etruscan town from the 7th to 2nd century BCE. Relations with the Romans famously soured when... — [continue reading »] [Ninhursag] Ninhursag (also Ninhursaga) is the Sumerian Mother Goddess and one of the oldest and most important in the Mesopotamian Pantheon. She is known as the Mother of the Gods and Mother... — [continue reading »] [Solomon] According to biblical tradition (and some say myth), King Solomon was the third and last king in the ancient United Kingdom of Israel. Other faiths, such as Islam and Rastafarianism... — [continue reading »] [Populonia] Populonia (Etruscan name: Pupluna or Fufluna), located on the western coast of Italy, was an important Etruscan town which flourished between the 7th and 2nd century BCE. Rich in metal deposits... — [continue reading »] Support Our Work In the last year we have helped over 15 million people learn about ancient history, for free. Become a member and support us with just $5 per month. [Become a Member] Get Involved We're a non-profit with the mission to create the most complete, accessible, and reliable history resource in the world and to improve the level of history education & historical awareness among the general public. You can join our efforts to achieve that! Write for Us You could write for the most widely read ancient history encyclopedia online. Our content is produced, edited, and published by volunteer contributors. [W][rite for us] Share Your Photos Have you recently visited an ancient site or a museum? Help bring the ancient world to life and make it more accessible and understandable to our readers. [Share photo][s] Visit Our Shop We've turned amazing historical images into stunning prints and created a custom clothing collection too. Visit our shop and see the ancient world come alive. [Visit our shop] Buy Books We love books. That's why we've partnered with Amazon and Book Depository to offer you our personal favourites, reviewed by the AHE staff. [Visit our bookshop] Tell Your Friends We don't advertise, word of mouth is how we grow. If you like what we do, please go ahead and tell your friends about us. [T][ell your friends][on Facebook] Get even more involved... Join the Team We’re passionate about history and we want to inspire our readers with the stories of the past. Ancient History Encyclopedia is run by contributors from all over the world. Our core team hails from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Argentina, Germany, and Italy. We're always looking for people from all walks of life. [Join the team] [Facebook] [Facebook] [Twitter] [Twitter] [Instagram] [Instagram] [Google Plus] [Google Plus] [Pinterest] [Pinterest] [Tumblr] [Tumblr] You have signed up for our weekly newsletter. Our mailing address is: Ancient History Encyclopedia 8 Precision Court Park Terrace East Horsham, West Sussex RH13 5DJ United Kingdom [Add us to your address book] [unsubscribe from this list] [update subscription preferences] [MailChimp Email Marketing]