ROME A Two Part Series

Over a period of 1200 years, ROME grew from a small village into a kingdom, a powerful republic, and finally, one of the greatest empires in the ancient world. This two-part series is a comprehensive overview of this remarkable society. Filmed on location in Rome and Europe, combined with maps, graphics, photographs and action footage, this DVD is an engaging and informative educational resource. 

SUBJECT AREAS:

Ancient Societies, Sites & Culture - The City of Rome in the Late Republic - Classical Studies - Society & Environment

STUDY AREAS:

SENIOR: Ancient Society & Culture - People Place & Time  JUNIOR:  A Society & Civilisation of the Past

ROME Part One: From Village to Late Republic 753BC to 121BC   Duration 51 minutes

Rome began as a small settlement on the banks of the Tiber River. From the time of Romulus, it grew into a strong kingdom and, eventually, a powerful republic conquering the Italian peninsula. Later, Rome laid claim to most of the lands surrounding the Mediterranean.  It was constantly in a state of war and developed a powerful army, but its very existence was threatened during the Punic Wars against Carthage. The Romans were great architects and builders, constructed magnificent temples to their Gods. Romans found many ways to amuse themselves, with gladiatorial combats  and chariot races the most popular events. However, despite great conquests and achievements, there was a need for social reform, initiated by the Gracchus brothers. However, these reforms precipitated social unrest and the great civil conflicts that would embroil Rome. 

CHAPTER HEADINGS & KEY LEARNING AREAS:

Geographical Setting - The Kingdom of Rome - Etruscan Kings - Politics in the Early Republic - The Military - Highways, Architecture & Engineering - Religion - Life in the City - The Punic Wars - The Gracchus Brothers

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ROME Part Two: Late Republic to the Fall of the Roman Empire 121BC to 476AD Duration 59 minutes

From 121BC onwards, the political fortunes of Rome were dominated by powerful leaders. Marius - the military reformer, Sulla - the dictator, Cicero - the lawyer, orator and consul, and Julius Caesar who appointed himself dictator in 45BC. When the Roman fleet destroyed the Egyptians at the Battle of Actium, Augustus became the first Roman Emperor. The rule of the Julio-Claudia emperors, notably Caligula and Nero, were a disgrace. During the period of the Five Good Emperors - Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, Antoninius Pius and Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Empire was at its greatest. Eventually, Vandals, Goths, Bergundians and Alani invaded and the Empire finally fell in 476AD.    

CHAPTER HEADINGS & KEY LEARNING AREAS:

Geographical Setting - Marius & Sulla -Julius Caesar - The Emergence of Augustus - The Reign of Augustus - Commerce & Society - Julio-Claudian Emperors - Vespasian & the Colosseum - Pompeii & Herculaneum - The Five Good Emperors - The Fall of the Roman Empire

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TO PURCHASE 'ROME Parts 1 & 2:  The cost is $AU200 + $6 postage & handling. $NZ200 + p&h. To purchase either part separately, the cost is $110 + $6 postage & handling.

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