Rome: The Rise and Fall

2021

Documentary

The history of Ancient Rome is explored with a look at 500 years of Roman history, including the forging of the empire on the battlefield and the excess at the height of its power.

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Returning Series

First Aired

September 22, 2021

Last Aired

October 7, 2021

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Region US · Lang EN

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Episode 1

Air date: 2021-09-22

Bettany Hughes explores the day in 202 B.C. when Rome took on and defeated the might of Carthage under Hannibal at the Battle of Zama.

Episode 2

Air date: 2021-09-30

Exploring two of the greatest rebellions against Roman rule, including the slave revolt led by Spartacus and a revolt that nearly ended the Roman occupation of Britain.

Episode 3

Air date: 2021-10-07

Bettany Hughes examines Nero's rule to discover details about his fondness for debauchery and details about his ultimate demise; Rome’s Collosseum is examinerad.