Myth at the heart of the Roman Empire
A short introduction to this album.
The foundation of Rome
enAugust 17, 2010
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About this Episode
An introduction to the stories of the foundation of Rome and how these myths reinforce Roman identity even today.
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The foundation of Rome
An introduction to the stories of the foundation of Rome and how these myths reinforce Roman identity even today.
Transcript -- The foundation of Rome
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Transcript -- The House of Augustus
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How this statue embodies the beginnings of the illustrious history of the Roman Empire.
Transcript -- The wolf and twins sculpture
Transcript -- How this statue embodies the beginnings of the illustrious history of the Roman Empire.