Modern Marvels: The Colosseum
Subjects:
History, Social Studies
Grade Levels:
6-8, 9-12
Source: History
Nothing symbolizes the Roman Empire at its height more than the Colosseum. Built in 70 A.D., it still serves as the prototype for the modern stadium. This episode explores the complexity of its construction, the beauty of its architecture, and the functionality of its design.
60-minute runtime; 2-year copyright clearance.
Jan 31 at 6:00am ET/PT
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