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Deadly Gladiator Duels in Rome’s Iconic Colosseum

After construction of the largest amphitheater in Rome is completed, some of history’s most iconic duels commence.

The Battle of Actium and Aftermath

If Antony and Cleopatra had won the Battle of Actium, there would have been no Roman Empire.

Julius Caesar’s Powerful Alliance Transforms Rome

Julius Caesar works his way up to becoming one of the most powerful people in Rome.

The 10 Biggest Comebacks in Military History

Discover the top 10 biggest comebacks in military history, from the Battle of Saratoga to the English defeating the Spanish Armada.

8 Incredible Roman Technologies

All roads lead to Rome—and so do these tech trees! From the newspaper to the vending machine, these are eight amazing Roman technological innovations, in this episode of History Countdown.

Julius Caesar and Spartacus

Two of the most known men in the history of ancient Rome are Gaius Julius Caesar and Spartacus. Learn more about them in this exclusive clip from Ancient Empires.

Julius Caesar’s Dictatorship

Caesar consolidated his power and made himself dictator. Learn more in this exclusive clip from Ancient Empires.

History Lists: Ancient Empire Builders

Get an overview of the ancient leaders who oversaw the expansion and growth of civilizations around the world.

Aqueducts

Rome delivered fresh water to its people by building massive aqueducts that are still an engineering marvel today.

The Visigoths Sack Rome

in 410 A.D. Alaric and the Visigoths sack Rome after years of holding the city under siege.

Ancient Plumbing

See how civilizations throughout history have designed and managed their plumbing and waste disposal systems.

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