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5 days ago · Vespasian ruled the Roman Empire during the 1st Century, providing a strong hand and a steady influence after a time of upheaval. He was born on Nov. 17, 9, in Falacrinae, a village not far from Rome.
3 days ago · The Year of the Four Emperors: Vespasian and the Flavian Dynasty. The year 69 CE was a tumultuous one for the Roman Empire. After Emperor Nero’s death, four men successively claimed the imperial throne: Galba, Otho, Vitellius, and finally, Vespasian. This period of civil war and political instability is known as the Year of the Four Emperors.
3 days ago · Construction of the Colosseum began under the Roman emperor Vespasian between 70 and 72 CE. The completed structure was dedicated in 80 CE by Titus, Vespasian’s son and successor. The Colosseum’s fourth story was added by the emperor Domitian in 82 CE.
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- The Colosseum is an amphitheatre built in Rome under the Flavian emperors of the Roman Empire. It is also called the Flavian Amphitheatre. It is an...
- The Colosseum was built as part of an imperial effort to revitalize Rome after the tumultuous year of the four emperors, 69 CE. As with other amphi...
- The Colosseum fell into serious disrepair after the fall of the Western Roman Empire. During the 12th century, the Frangipane and Annibaldi familie...
- As one of the few mostly intact structures from the Roman Empire, the Colosseum stands today as a monument to ancient Rome’s architectural and engi...
4 days ago · Vespasian. First Jewish Revolt, ( ad 66–70), Jewish rebellion against Roman rule in Judaea. The First Jewish Revolt was the result of a long series of clashes in which small groups of Jews offered sporadic resistance to the Romans, who in turn responded with severe countermeasures.
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2 days ago · A building dating back to the Vespasian Empire The Colosseum is located in the center of Rome. It was built in 70 AD. It was built during the reign of Emperor Vespasian. Its name used to be “Amphitheatrum Flavium”. It’s made of stone, brick and concrete. The monument was dedicated to major events. It can accommodate up to 50,000 people.
23 hours ago · U.K., Canada and Australia. Cast. The most lavish ancient Roman production since "Gladiator", Sir Anthony Hopkins and Iwan Rheon lead an ensemble cast in "Those About to Die", a 10-part drama set ...
4 days ago · Sir Anthony Hopkins’ portrayal of the complex emperor Vespasian promises a nuanced exploration of this fascinating period. From the political machinations to the bloody spectacles in the arena, Those About to Die promises to be a must-watch for history buffs and fans of epic dramas alike.
