On This Day in Ancient History - July 6:
The Romans held games in honor of Apollo. While originally they were held in connection with the Punic Wars, they were later made permanent following a plague outbreak. Apollo was a god of plague, among other things. The Ludi Apollinares included theatrical entertainment and games in the arena.
The Romans held games in honor of Apollo. While originally they were held in connection with the Punic Wars, they were later made permanent following a plague outbreak. Apollo was a god of plague, among other things. The Ludi Apollinares included theatrical entertainment and games in the arena.
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