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Not Built in a Day

illustration depicting the assassination of Tiberius Gracchus in ancient Rome. The scene shows a chaotic and violent moment as Roman senators, dressed in traditional togas, attack Gracchus with blunt objects and weapons. Tiberius is portrayed falling to the ground, reaching out, while others crowd around him in an aggressive stance. The background includes architectural elements, such as columns, indicative of a Roman public space, emphasizing the historical and political context of the eventDeath of Tiberius Gracchus at the hands of the mob via Wikimedia Commons

How much do you think about ... ROME? Senatus vs. Populusque Romanus, a magnificent multi-part megalicious magnus postus from Rhaomi. Veni, Vidi, Mefi!

12/31/24
by taz

Capitol Baths: a walkthrough

US Capital BathtubsUS Capital Bathtubs by brianp8592

Recently the 99% invisible design podcast covered the baths found in the basement of congress, dating back to before the widespread use of plumbing. User Atreides describes exactly how you find them, and how to ask nicely to get in to see this once-secret place.

04/17/12
by mathowie

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