WARNING: Contains scenes of graphic violence. The third episode of the drama-documentary series takes a step back and asks: why did Rome have Emperors at all? Rome was once a largely democratic society, with regular elections. The Republic lasted for 500 years. But then came Tiberius Gracchus.
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Episode 3 | Ancient Rome: The Rise and Fall of an Empire
Dramatised documentary series telling the story of the rise and fall of Ancient Rome through the six key turning points. Factually accurate and based on extensive historical research, it reveals how the greed, lust and ambition of men like Caesar, Nero and Constantine shaped the Roman Empire.Welcome to BBC Documentary! We offer thought-provoking and captivating documentaries that illustrate key moments from history and the lives of fascinating people.
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