Rome: The World's First Superpower

Rome’s history spans a millennium, marked by ambition, treachery, and power struggles, featuring iconic figures like the legendary twin founders Romulus and Remus, as well as the formidable general Julius Caesar. Throughout this captivating journey, host Larry engages with top classical scholars from Europe and America, who illuminate the intense drama and turmoil that shaped this ancient empire in the very locations where these pivotal events took place. The series offers a compelling exploration of how Rome emerged as the world’s first superpower, revealing the complexities behind its enduring legacy.