The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum


The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum
The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum
Directed byPeter Chinn
Directed by
Peter Chinn
The Colosseum: the jewel of Ancient Rome. It wowed vast crowds with extraordinary battles. It pushed the boundaries of technology. It exhibited Rome’s vast wealth and power. Roman leaders spread the Colosseum’s design throughout the Empire, and it helped them conquer the ancient world. But just as the structure embodied Rome’s power, so too did it contribute to the Empire’s downfall.
gladiator
rome, italy
ancient rome
archaeologist
archaeology
Last Updated: April 20, 2026




















