We explore Rome’s extraordinary growth from a settlement of Iron Age mud huts, into a kingdom, a Republic, and an empire.

We explore the legend of Romulus and Remus and search for hard evidence of a prehistoric settlement on the Tiber. In Rome’s ancient sewers, we uncover how the first leader turned their city into stone.

City and Blood

Rome's aggressive expansion takes it toe to toe with another great power - Carthage. An ancient town in Tunisia brings this civilization to life. Archaeology on the sea bed off Sicily reveals the brutal naval war between the two powers.

Total War

Rome deals with conflict at home. At Pompeii and Fidenae we discover the clues to the huge wealth that flooded the Republic ? but divided society.

Death of a Hero

The story of the greatest Roman of them all - Julius Caesar. His own memoirs guide us through his journey from bankrupt civil servant to invincible general.