Empires: The Roman Empire in the First Century

2001 NR 7.5

Two thousand years ago, the world was ruled by Rome. From England to Africa and from Syria to Spain, one in every four people on earth lived and died under Roman law. The Empire was a multi-cultural melting pot that still has relevance.

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Episodes:

Episode 1 Order from Chaos

1. Order from Chaos

Aired: Jul 18, 2001

Millions of people — both famous and uncelebrated — play parts in the astonis...

Episode 2 Years of Trial

2. Years of Trial

Aired: Jul 18, 2001

In the year 14 A.D., Caesar Augustus dies and the Empire stands at a crossroa...

Episode 3 Winds of Change

3. Winds of Change

Aired: Jul 25, 2001

In the aftermath of Caligula’s madness, Claudius, the most unlikely member of...

Episode 4 Years of Eruption

4. Years of Eruption

Aired: Jul 25, 2001

With Nero’s death, the dynasty of Augustus comes to an end. Once again, the ...


Info about Empires: The Roman Empire in the First Century

Network: PBS

Genres: Documentary, History