Classical Studies 2300 Study Guide - Marcus Cornelius Fronto, Incitatus, The Charioteer
16 Apr 2014
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Vespasian 69-79 ce: known for military exploits. Roman invasion of britain in 43 ce. Subjugated judea during the jewish revolt in 66 ce: responsible for beginning construction of the flavian amphitheater (aka. But as soon as the empire fell once more to the heirs by birth, its ruin recommenced. Trajan 98-117 ce: extensive building program trajan colun, trajan"s forum, trajan"s market, undiminished popular appeal throughout history wist, just, and moral man . Games were more important than the free food as everyone cares about the games, but the only people who care about the free food are those who can"t afford food. Expansion of the entertainment industry of the roman empire. Under augustus 27 bce -14 ce 65 days of games. Under claudius 41-54 ce 93 days of games. Marcus aurelius 161-180 ce 135 days of games. Always attentive to spectacles (ill or healthy); attended shows even up to the days before his death.
