The Roman Empire
2005
Documentary
At its height, the Roman Empire encompassed Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. How did it keep prospering for over 400 years? And why did it come to a rapid end? What can we learn from the Roman Empire and what guiding principles does it offer us today?
Production
Gedeon Programmes, NHK, France•5
Language
FR
Status
Ended
First Aired
August 1, 2005
Last Aired
August 3, 2005
Networks
France 5, NHK BS1
Created By
Serge Tignères
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
The Legions of Rome
Air date: 2005-08-01
E2
Timgad: Africa's Rome
Air date: 2005-08-02
E3
Greatness & Decline
Air date: 2005-08-03
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