Ancient Rome
Description
At its zenith, the Roman Empire included North Africa, Spain, France, and Britain. The wealth that these conquests generated allowed Roman citizens to live in a sumptuous world of beautifully decorated homes and opulent cities. In this program, scholars discuss Roman unification of Europe, Roman culture and institutions, and the family structure. The role of the army as a major force in Roman society and politics, along with its military structure and tactics, are discussed. The Christianization of Rome and the enduring legacy of Roman Law and institutions in Western government today are also analyzed. 3-D re-creations of the Coliseum and Pompeii allow students to see Rome as it was before the empire collapsed.
Runtime
49 min
Series
- Social Studies Core Curriculum Video Library (16)
- The Cambridge Educational Core Curriculum Video Libraries (90)
- Ancient Civilizations (13)
Subjects
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
[2005], c1996
Database
Films on Demand
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