Larry Lamb explores the origins of Rome, and examines what made the Romans so successful. He gains insight from some of the leading scholars in the field of Roman studies to make his assessments.
EPISODE 1
City of Blood
Larry travels to Rome and investigates how the early settlement huts evolved into a republic; he heads for the Circus Maximus to find the earliest accounts of the city's foundation.
EPISODE 2
Total War
Larry reveals how Rome's power spread across the Mediterranean after nearly being wiped out by the Gauls in the battle of Allia.
EPISODE 3
Death of a Hero
Rome becomes the dominant force in the ancient world and reaps the many spoils of victory, however, with increased prosperity comes a gap between the rich and the poor.
EPISODE 4
Caesar
Larry follows Caesar's memoirs to trace his journey from a bankrupt junior public official to the general who conquered Gaul, through to his infamous assassination.
Larry Lamb
