Secrets of the gladiators The real Caligula Doomsday Pompeii Killing Caesar Birth of Rome Ancient superpower Treasure seekers: in the shadow of ancient Rome
Notes:
Title from container Originally broadcast in 2010 Release date: Mar. 29, 2011 Bonus program: Treasure seekers: In the shadow of ancient Rome Bray Poor, host
Contents:
[Disc 1:] Secrets of the gladiators -- The real Caligula [Disc 2:] Doomsday Pompeii -- Killing Caesar [Disc 3:] Birth of Rome -- Ancient superpower -- Bonus Program: Treasure seekers: in the shadow of ancient Rome
Summary:
Groundbreaking six-part series reveals ancient Rome's hidden treasures and untold stories as never before. From iconic figures including Caligula, Caesar, and Constantine to epic events such as the eruption of Vesuvius, the invasion of Britain, and fall of Rome, this collection reveals a startling, up-to-date vision of the ancient empire and challenges our perception of what we know about the Romans and their lives
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