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Gladiators: The Colosseum

Dan Snow's History Hit

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The Colosseum: Entertainment and Power in Ancient Rome

This chapter explores how Roman emperors utilized grand entertainment to keep the populace satisfied and prevent unrest amid societal wealth disparities. It highlights the Colosseum's extravagant opening and teases future discussions on the technical aspects of these monumental events.

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