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The Harbour of Kaisarius and Its Origins
The Harbour of Kaisarius was one of the smaller but historically important harbours along the southern shore of Constantinople. Its origin, name, and role...
The Neorion at the Heptascalon
The Neorion at the Heptascalon was one of the lesser-known harbours on the southern shore of Constantinople, but it played an important role in...
Names of the Gate in the Sixteenth Century
According to the scholar Gyllius, the gate that was known in ancient times as the Gate of the Neorion had different names in the...
Strategic Importance of the Gate of Eugenius
The gate that would naturally serve as the central point, or pivot, of naval and defensive operations was the Gate of Eugenius. At this...
Problem of Identifying the Horaia Gate
The identification of the Gate of the Neorion with the Horaia Pyle creates an important historical problem. This problem appears because it causes a...
The Endowment and Financial Support
At present, the endowment of the American School of Classical Studies amounts to about $65,000. This financial base allows the institution to maintain its...
Learning in the Museums of Athens
Students of the American School of Classical Studies in Athens have the rare opportunity to hear lectures directly inside museums. These lectures are made...
A Remarkable Discovery on the Acropolis
One of the most important recent events on the Acropolis took place in 1900 and holds personal interest for Americans. Mr. Eugene P. Andrews...
The Identification of Tower L and the Inscription
The Repair and Placement of the Inscription
In support of the idea that the inscription found on Tower L might not belong there originally, it...
The Tower of Isaac Angelus and Its Features
The Windows and Balconies
The north-western wall of the tower had three large round-headed windows. These windows opened to a balcony, which offered a beautiful...
