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The real story of the Colosseum, how it was built, and the truth about gladiators.
Seasons
Episode 1
The Arena of Death
45m
The presenter investigates one of the world's most famous ancient buildings. He begins by guiding viewers through Rome's underground, revealing caverns where slaves extracted materials for its 10-year construction.
Episode 2Latest episode
Blood & Sand
45m
The historian explores what it was originally like to experience a sold-out show at the Colosseum, first as a spectator and then as a gladiator. The historian finds out how to get a ticket, what you'd see, where you'd eat, even where you'd go to the loo.
