emperor
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After crushing the Bar Kokhba revolt in the year 135, Emperor Hadrian renamed the province Syria Palaestina, invoking the Philistines, enemies of Israel, to erase Jewish identification with the land.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
When an ancient bronze statue of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius landed back on Turkish soil after decades abroad, it was more than a symbolic homecoming.
From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026
Bowing to the volatile army, in October 1941 Emperor Hirohito appointed Tojo prime minister, in addition to the posts of army minister and home minister.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
It is "probably the most dangerous time for adult Emperor penguins because they haven't got their waterproof suits on," he says.
From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026
It always made a spectacle special when the Emperor attended, but the people were delighted beyond measure to see that he had brought the Lady Aurelia with him this time.
From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks
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Ancient Rome - Introductory
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