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Empires: The Roman Empire in the First Century

Two millennia ago, the globe was governed by the Romans. Across Europe, Asia, North Africa, and parts of Southern Europe, each fourth person alive had been influenced or affected by Roman legislation. This vast empire thrived as a cultural synthesis, with enduring significance today.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Order from Chaos

1. Order from Chaos

Aired: Jul 18, 2001

Millions of people, both famous and unknown, contribute to the remarkable ris...

Episode 2 Years of Trial

2. Years of Trial

Aired: Jul 18, 2001

The death of Caesar Augustus in 14 A.D. sets the Roman Empire on a path of un...

Episode 3 Winds of Change

3. Winds of Change

Aired: Jul 25, 2001

The next episode explores the rise and fall of Claudius, who becomes one of R...

Episode 4 Years of Eruption

4. Years of Eruption

Aired: Jul 25, 2001

The death of Nero marks the end of Augustus' dynasty, plunging the Empire int...

Creators

Margaret Koval

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Info about Empires: The Roman Empire in the First Century

Network: PBS

Genres:Documentary, History