Romans: Inclusive Conquest And Loyal Citizens

15 minutes

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Explains that the Romans ruthlessly conquered Carthage and the rest of the Mediterranean region, but also gained the allegiance of most of the people they subdued. How? By giving them citizenship and including them in the benefits of empire, best exemplified by one of Rome's good emperors, Hadrian. Provides details of Hadrian's journey to ancient Britain and the construction of Hadrian's Wall to protect British tribes that came under the protection of the Roman Empire.

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Runtime: 15 minutes

Topic: History, Social Science
Subtopic: Ancient History, Government, Political Science
Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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Release Year: 2008
Producer/Distributor: New Dimension/Questar

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