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Young Sand Creek and Amache descendants explore shared history
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Gladiators, Sports and Entertainment in the Roman Era
Join archaeologist Darius Arya as he takes you on an immersive journey through the sports and entertainment venues of ancient Rome. From the grandeur of the Circus Maximus to the iconic Colosseum, Arya reveals how these massive structures were not just centers of entertainment but also integral parts of Roman religious and social life.
Gladiators, Sports and Entertainment in the Roman Era
Season 1 Episode 1 | 10m 10s | CC
The episode looks at the historical significance of sports in ancient cultures, emphasizing the immense popularity of events like the Olympics in Greece and the Ludi Romani, or "Roman Games," in Rome. Arya explains how these events were deeply intertwined with religious rituals, aimed at venerating and appeasing the gods who were believed to protect the city and its people. The spectators were not
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