"Triumphal Arches - Rome Commemorates its Victories", by Ivan Fumado Ortega.

Arches were built to commemorate general's military victories as well as to honor civic achievements. Features included reliefs showing battle scenes, weapons, and one depicts prisoners that stand 10 feet tall. Emperor Augustus later declared that arches could be built only for the imperial family, creating a vehicle for imperial propaganda. The Arch of Titus, erected in 81 A.D,, is the oldest surviving arch in Rome

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January/February 2025 edition of National Geographic History magazine

"Jean-Henri Dunant: Peacemaker and Activist" by Ainhoa Campos.

In 1859, Swiss businessman Jean-Henri Dunant was on his way to northern Italy to meet French officials to discuss a problem with land he owned in Algeria. On his arrival day, he witnessed the battle of Solfernio. Casualties numbered more than 22,000. His life was forever changed. He helped locals tending the wounded, allies and enemies alike. His book, "A Memory of Solferino" was instrumental arranging the first Geneva conference. He also co-founded the International Committee of the Red Cross.

Read by Jim Briscoe

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