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Roman slavery: a brutal life in the ancient empire

History Extra podcast

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The Dual Nature of Slavery in Ancient Rome

This chapter explores the integral role of slaves in Roman society, highlighting their presence in both visible domestic duties and hidden labor such as mining and manufacturing. It draws connections between slavery's historical context within the Roman Empire and its prevalence in other societies, reflecting on the socio-economic structures that perpetuated this institution.

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