The Bronze Bull: When Romans Roasted Their Enemies to Death... TheRomanEmpire 2025-04-26 | Said to be entirely hollow and with a hatch in one side where condemned criminals would be forced in, the brazen bull was the brainchild of Perilaus of Athens and was apparently used to fearsome effect as it converted the screams of the dying men to the bellow of a bull. The most effective torture devices are the ones that shock you, and leave you wondering how long you could hold out against such a horrendous fate. The bronze bull is one of those torture methods that truly captures your imagination, combing fire, enclosed spaces and the dark to truly horrify anyone who thinks about what it would have been like to be enclosed in the bull. Although the truth about this particular torture method is still up for debate, the ingenuity in creating such a device, whether or not it was used, is undeniable, and the impact it has had on our understanding of the socio-political setting of the ancient world is real.0:00 Introduction1:53 Creating The Bull6:06 The Brazen Bull In Rome8:43 Later Representations of the Bull9:50 OutroThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
The Emperor Assassinated by His Best Friend... TheRomanEmpire 2025-09-26 | It was the Ides of March, 44 BC. A warm spring morning in Rome. Julius Caesar, dictator, war hero, reformer, was on his way to a Senate meeting, unaware that dozens of men, including some he called friends, were waiting to plunge their knives into him. And when the first blade struck, it wasn’t a foreign assassin or a rebel general. It was a fellow Roman... a senator... a “patriot.” By the time it was over, Caesar had been stabbed 23 times, right there at the foot of a statue of Pompey the Great, the man he once defeated in civil war. Blood pooled on the marble floor. Rome, once again, stood on the edge of chaos. But this wasn’t just the murder of a man; it was the murder of an idea. Julius Caesar had become too powerful, too popular, and too ambitious for the fragile republic to survive. His death would shake the empire to its foundations and trigger a chain of events that ended a 500-year-old democracy and birthed an empire. This is the story of how Rome’s greatest general was brought down by his closest allies... and how their betrayal changed the course of history forever.0:00 Introduction1:41 Who Was Julius Caesar?3:14 The Road To The Ides of March5:10 The Murder of Julius Caesar8:34 Rome Without Caesar12:12 OutroThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
The Class Struggles That Shaped the Roman Empire... TheRomanEmpire 2025-09-19 | The Roman Empire was famous for its powerful leaders and great wealth, but not everyone was rich. The poor people, the plebians, who have mostly been ignored in the history books, made up the majority of the population. They were the faceless many, who ploughed the fields and worked in the shops. They also built the roads and some of the magnificent buildings that can still be seen today. Let’s travel back in time now and take a look at some of those people, the farmers, the peasants, and the slaves0:00 Intro0:37 Living In A House Divided2:43 I’ll Grow My Own3:47 Another Day In Paradise5:36 All Roads Lead to Rome7:03 A Punch in the Face8:37 Break Stuff9:36 I’m A Slave 4 U10:43 People Are StrangeThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
The Poison That Toppled a Roman Emperor... TheRomanEmpire 2025-09-12 | When it came to Roman emperors, few had a rise as unlikely—or a death assuspicious—as Claudius. Once dismissed as a stammering, limping oddity, Claudius shocked Rome by surviving palace intrigue, assassinations, and a notoriously bloodthirsty family to become emperor. And not just any emperor—he expanded the empire, overhauled its bureaucracy, and ruled for 13 years. But in 54 AD, everything changed… over dinner. One night, Claudius sat down to a plate of mushrooms—his favourite dish. Hours later,0:00 Intro1:42 Who Was Emperor Claudius?3:12 The Prelude to an Assassination4:44 The Death of Emperor Claudius6:20 The Aftermath7:416The Empire of Assassinations10:16 OutroThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
Nero: The Paranoid Roman Emperor... TheRomanEmpire 2025-09-05 | Known as one of antiquity's most infamous Emperors, Nero was said to be both eccentric and brutal in equal measure. Having come to power at the young age of 16, Nero, according to the surviving documents of Roman historians was responsible for killing his step-brother, his mother, and two of his wives. Prophecy, dead Christians, incest, betrayal, murder, and a fire that engulfed Rome. Let’s travel back in time now to the 1st century and pick apart Nero’s formidable reputation to find out if he was really that bad. Welcome to the Roman Empire.00:00 Introduction00:50 The Making of a Serial Killer02:48 Happy Families04:12 Mummy’s Boy06:18 Man of the People07:39 Matricide08:44 Uxoricide09:40 Arsonist11:35 The LegendThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
The Drugs That Fuelled the Roman Empire... TheRomanEmpire 2025-08-29 | The same people that we look at as the founders of democracy were freely using drugs, across all walks of life, from the Emperor to the common soldier. Living conditions throughout the Empire were harsh, what with all the wars, famines, plagues and natural disasters so the people needed a way to forget their troubles. The Romans turned to some of the plants that they used for healing for their out-of-body experiences, and anything mind-altering or pleasure-inducing was as popular then as it is today. And everybody used them to get high, free from the stigma that exists today in many countries. Drugs were just part of the Roman way of life. Welcome to Ancient Rome.00:00 Introduction00:57 Loaded01:57 Little Old Wine Drinker Me04:02 Draught of Living Death05:16 I Can’t Get No Sleep06:55 Euphoria09:30 The High LifeThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
How the Romans Performed Surgery 2,000 Years Ago... TheRomanEmpire 2025-08-22 | To go under the surgeon’s knife can be intimidating and precarious even with today’s modern medical equipment, knowledge, and safety precautions - so imagine facing surgery around 2,000 years ago, with no advanced anaesthetic, limited anatomical understanding, and the chances of dying outweighing those of coming through alive. Roman medicine was heavily influenced by their preceding Greek practitioners and scholars, notably Hippocrates and Galen, and the Empire’s constant military campaigns necessitated advanced medical care for wounded soldiers, leading to some interesting, and horrifying, developments in trauma surgery.00:00 Introduction00:52 Influence of the Greeks03:46 Surgeons and Physicians06:04 Life or Death09:18 Battlefield Surgery11:14 Tools of the TradeNarrated by James WadeEdited by Jamit ProductionsThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
Why Romans Feared Doorways, Beans… and Whistling TheRomanEmpire 2025-08-09 | Did you know that an owl is bad luck? Or that pointing to your friend’s arm while describing how your brother broke his arm as a child would invite either one of you to break your arm in the exact same way? Although we now think of the Roman Empire as one of the peak examples of civilisation, law and order, and advanced sophistication, that is not necessarily an accurate representation. With the empire stretching across centuries and continents, it’s impossible to say that everyone, everywhere, was a perfect Roman citizen who was committed to the highest ideals. In fact, as in many cultures around the world, the Roman Empire was home to a disparate group of peoples and cultures all mashed together into one big cauldron – each with their own beliefs, concerns, and superstitions. Let’s take a look at some of the weirdest Roman superstitions.00:00 Introduction02:21 Doorways are scary04:18 They say when you marry in May05:34 Throwing Beans06:28 Bird Brained08:35 Its just the done thing09:05 Salve!10:00 Going on a trip? Time for a nice sit down10:46 Whistling? Not in my house!11:25 When is century not a century?11:51 Phallus Charms EverywhereThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
What It Was REALLY Like to Be a Soldier in The Roman Empire... TheRomanEmpire 2025-08-01 | Known for its luxuries, insane rulers, and barbaric tactics, the Roman Empire was a thriving, unstoppable force for over 1,000 years. It all started with small groups of Etrucean settlers, and grew into a society that would leave its mark on the world long after it fell. But how did such a small community grow into a thriving, literal empire? Well, anything is possible when you develop the most powerful military force in the world. The Roman Empire expanded quickly and aggressively through intense military tactics that had never been seen before. From the outside, it was clear that the Romans were not a force to be reckoned with, and those who chose to challenge them were certainly up for a fight. But behind the scenes, there was a lot of hard work going into maintaining that status. Regardless of time and culture, the life of a soldier is never easy, but being part of the world’s largest and most vicious force made it even harder. Between arduous training and intense battles, the life of a Roman soldier was a brutal one; but for those who survived, it was also incredibly rewarding. So sit back, relax, and join us as we explore the daily life of a Roman Soldier.00:00 Introduction01:26 Dividing, but Conquering04:54 Preparing for Battle…Most of the Time9:10 Putting Plans into Action12:32 You Survived! Now What?Thank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
14 Things You Didnt Know The Romans Invented... TheRomanEmpire 2025-07-19 | For about 1,000 years, the Romans were very busy conquering people and changing the world. Some of their inventions and their fantastic adaptations of existing concepts have an impact on us today. Let’s go on a journey back in time and take a look at some of those Roman innovations. Welcome to the Roman Empire...00:00 Introduction00:33 Concrete01:24 The Pipe Organ02:02 Postal System03:22 Aqueducts04:45 Public Sanitation05:20 Roman Numerals05:49 Multi-Storey Apartment Buildings06:17 The Fire Extinguisher06:40 Newspapers07:20 Glass Windows08:03 Underfloor Heating08:31 The Road Network10:00 The Bikini11:21 The HamburgerThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
Impaling: The Most Excruciating Roman Empire Punishment... TheRomanEmpire 2025-07-11 | Accordingly, Vlad Dracula's legacy lives on as being one of the most brutal rulers in world history. While the sheer number of victims that fell to the gruesome death of impaling are what make Vlad Dracula so well-known, any historian or history buff will tell you that he was certainly not the first to put it in practice. But rather, the method of impalement was one of the many execution methods favored by one of history's greatest empires: The Romans. As we discussed in our previous video, crucifixion was a popular and horrific execution method often used by Roman rulers for over 500 centuries. However, they also used another method that some argue was even more horrific than crucifixion, if you could even believe that to be possible. With that being said, some of the details in this video will be quite graphic, and so viewer discretion is advised. Otherwise, sit back, relax, and let’s dive into the dark Roman history of impalement.0:00 Introduction1:28 A Practice More Ancient Than Rome3:11 Lost In Translation, And In Time7:27 A Fate Worse Than Death10:14 The End of an Era14:10 ConclusionThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
The Weapons That Built the Roman Empire... TheRomanEmpire 2025-06-27 | At the height of its power, the Roman Empire covered a vast tract of land, ranging from the barren and formidable plains of Britannia to the harsh deserts of North Africa; from the muddied battlefield of broken armies that spanned Germania, to the cradle of civilisation that was modern-day Iraq, Jerusalem and Syria. Conquered over hundreds of years of bloodshed, war, strategy, and a vast toll of human casualties, the weapons of the Roman Empire reflected this grisly expansion; weapons were both improved and improvised as the demand for different types of combat arose, they were adapted for various climates and environs, as well as some being adopted from Rome’s enemies themselves...00:00 Introduction00:59 The Gladius04:37 The Pilum08:03 The Scutum & Pugio09:59 The Roman Legionary11:41 Battle...Thank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
When Rome Feared Its Own Emperor... TheRomanEmpire 2025-06-20 | Caligula, or Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus Germanicus, was born at Antium, an ancient coastal town south of Rome (modern-day Anzio), on 31st August, 12 AD; during the twilight years of the reign of Emperor Augustus (31 BC - 14 AD). Caligula was named after Gaius Julius Caesar, the legendary general, politician, and dictator who reigned from 46 - 44 BC, but acquired the nickname “Little Boots” in childhood - a nickname he grew to despise. Ruling as Rome’s Emperor from 37 AD until his assassination in 41 AD, Caligula’s was a relatively short reign, yet infamous for its cruelty, madness, self-indulgence and sexual perversions; with far-reaching consequences…0:00 Introduction1:05 Little Boots4:20 A Death or Two in the Family5:52 From Exile to Emperor8:24 It Was Good In The Beginning9:23 Mad, Bad & Dangerous to Know11:51 Britannia13:07 AssassinationThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
Why You Wouldnt Last 24 Hours in Ancient Rome... TheRomanEmpire 2025-06-13 | Death at the point of a razor tipped sword? Captured and executed by the enemy on some barren frontier of the Empire? Horrifically tortured for your faith? Thrust into an arena to be slaughtered by ferocious wild beasts? Sold into horrific slavery for your foreseeable future, or perhaps even from birth? Robbed and beaten in one of Rome’s sordid maze-like alleys? Living daily in overcrowded streets lined with human and animal waste and the potential for a host of fatal infections… These are just merely a few of the reasons why you wouldn’t survive 24 hours in Ancient Rome…0:00 Introduction1:04 Crime3:01 Slavery4:42 Legion8:58 Religious Persecution11:54 Disease and SanitationThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
This Roman Punishment Sounds Made Up... (but isnt) TheRomanEmpire 2025-06-06 | Ahh, to be in Rome in the spring. Mild temperatures, bustling streets, blossom on the trees, and the screams of men being tied in sacks with snakes or roosters and then thrown into a nearby body of water... I think you can tell that one of these things is not like the other. Rome truly is beautiful in the spring, but the city has witnessed incredible acts of brutality throughout its long history. Today’s video will focus on one of the most inventive and cruel punishments from the Roman empire – poena cullei.00:00 Introduction00:51 The What?!01:27 The History04:37 The Why06:00 The Symbolism9:09 The How Often9:47 Modern Usage10:50 OutroThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
The Land Rome Couldnt Conquer... TheRomanEmpire 2025-05-30 | Why Rome Feared Scotland More Than Any Other Land...At its peak, the Roman Empire stretched over 5 million square kilometers, or 1.9 million square miles, and had an estimated population of 50 to 90 million people. Accounting for roughly 20% of the world's population at the time, the Roman Empire was undoubtedly one of the largest and most powerful to exist throughout history. With powerful leaders and an unstoppable military force, the world was truly in the palm of Rome’s hand. At least, most of it was. Despite their ambitions for increasing power and wealth, there was one country that Rome could simply never conquer: Scotland. Formerly known as Caledonia, Scotland was one of the few territories that the Romans could not fully gain control over, despite several attempts at doing so. Even today, historians often debate the main question: why? Why couldn't the most powerful society of its time conquer what seems like such a small territory in comparison to what it's already taken? Today, we're going to explore the most common theories, and try to understand how Scotland remained resilient and independent from the mighty Roman Empire. Keep in mind that we will mostly refer to Scotland as Caledonia throughout the rest of this video for historical context, but otherwise, sit back, relax, and join us as we explore the reasons why Rome couldn’t conquer Scotland.00:00 Introduction01:41 Mountains and Forests and Bogs, Oh My!04:04 The Romans Meet Their Match06:35 Finances: Was It Really Worth It?9:15 The Consensus?Thank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
The Golden Death: Rome’s Cruellest Execution Method... TheRomanEmpire 2025-05-23 | If you’re a fan of the show Game of Thrones, you probably remember the gruesome scene where the character Viserys was killed by having molten gold poured over his head. If you didn’t think that was brutal enough, imagine that same demise, but with the gold being poured directly into someone’s throat, rather than over their head. While this method wasn't necessarily considered a popular one, it was still yet another form excruciating torture that made its way into Roman history. As with many other cases, there are very few records of these accounts taking place, and some of the records we do have are even debated to this day. However, enough was recorded for us to get an idea on who this type of punishment reserved for, and what it may have looked like.. I’m sure this goes without saying, but we will be covering some pretty graphic details in this video, so viewer discretion is advised. Otherwise, sit back, relax, and let’s explore the brutal details of death by molten gold in the throat.00:00 Introduction01:17 A Brief Yet Au-ful History04:20 The Debated Death of General Crassus08:57 The Equally Debated Death of Emperor Valerian13:03 The More Likely Death of Manius Aquillius17:21 ConclusionThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
The Roman Emperor Who Quit to Become a Vegetable Farmer... TheRomanEmpire 2025-05-16 | Diocletian... Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus rose to power during a bloody, tumultuous period in the Roman Empire, referred to by many as the ‘Crisis of the Third Century’; it was marked by instability, turmoil, and strife. The emperor’s twenty-one-year reign, from 284 AD to 305 AD, was distinguished by both efficient and significant reforms, aimed at stabilising the near anarchic empire; these were politically, militarily and economically successful. His Empire enveloped much of modern-day Europe, including Britannia, Gaul, Hispania, Hellas and Anatolia; as well as Aegyptus, Numidia, Cyrenaica and Mauretania in Africa; and Judea, Syria, Arabia Petraea and Phoenicia in Asia. However, his reign was also marred by a wicked persecution of Christianity, considered one of the most brutal throughout the history of Ancient Rome, and smearing his potentially impressive reign under a blood-stained cloud.00:00 Introduction01:17 Diocles03:53 On Campaign05:38 Rise to Power07:09 The Great Reformer10:05 Persecution of Christianity13:37 LegacyThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
Roman Facts You Didnt Learn in History Class... TheRomanEmpire 2025-05-09 | Rome was one of the greatest civilisations and few societies have made such an impact on the modern world. We owe a lot to the Romans, who, in many ways were ahead of their time. But that doesn’t mean that everything they did was perfect or even made sense, and they had really weird ideas about some things. Although it could be said that if an Ancient Roman were suddenly transported here to our world we’re sure they would find some of our customs just as disturbing. With that in mind, here are seven odd things about the Romans. Please try not to judge.0:00 Introduction0:50 The Fascinus2:10 Death Masks3:53 No Woman, No Cry5:20 Where There's Muck, There's Brass7:09 Get Down With The Sickness8:50 No Son Of Mine10:29 Hot Blood, Cold SweatThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
You Commit a Crime in Ancient Rome… Here’s What Happened… TheRomanEmpire 2025-05-03 | Break the Law in Ancient Rome? Do the crime, do the time. These days it’s quite straightforward to understand what your fate would be if you got caught committing a crime – you’d be looking at time in prison, a fine, or community service. Back in the days of the Roman Empire though, it was a lot more complicated than that. It depended on who you were, where you stood in Roman society, who you knew, and what you’d done. If you were a Roman citizen, you probably wouldn’t be punished physically but you’d know a whole lot of pain in a different way. But what would you have to do to get flogged? And what did civil disgrace actually mean? Welcome to the Roman Empire!0:00 Introduction1:55 Civil Crimes3:59 Family Crimes8:22 Crimes Against The EmpireThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
Crucifixion: The Most Humiliating & Painful Roman Empire Punishment... TheRomanEmpire 2025-04-18 | Whether you are religious or not, the story of Jesus Christ’s execution is more than likely what comes to mind when you hear the word “crucifixion”. Ordered by Roman official Pontius Pilate, it is considerably the most famous account of this horrific practice. However, the Romans used this form of punishment long before–and after–the death of Jesus, and are often credited with “perfecting” the method.So how did they do it? Who was this sort of punishment reserved for? And who inspired them to start doing it in the first place? Sit back, relax, and let’s examine the Roman history of crucifixion, together. But before we begin, it should be noted that some of today’s topics will explore some rather brutal and graphic details, and so viewer discretion is advised.0:00 Introduction1:04 The Origins of Crucifixion4:33 Roman Development6:55 The Method Behind The Madness11:49 A Barbaric Practice Banned13:23 Well, Not Exactly...16:05 ConclusionThank you for watching.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
This 14-Year-Old Ruled The Roman Empire... TheRomanEmpire 2025-04-12 | Elagabalus...It is no secret by now that the ancient Roman Empire and the figures who ran it have a complicated history revolving around lavish lifestyles, unquenchable power, and the cruel methods used to obtain it all. Rulers such as Caligula, Nero, and Tiberius are just a few names that often come to people’s minds in this category. But there is one emperor whose violent and hedonistic past almost seems to trump them all. While his name is not always as commonly known, his legacy has gone down in history as one of the most widely debated to this day. Elagabalus was a young emperor whose personality is often described as eccentric, but whose actions are often described as disturbing. Welcome to the Roman Empire...DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
The Entire Roman Empire Explained in 30 Minutes & 37 Seconds... TheRomanEmpire 2025-04-04 | It could be argued that the Roman Empire was the world’s first superpower. At its height, in 117 CE it stretched from the misty lochs of Scotland to the balmy banks of the Nile, swallowing up a huge portion of Europe, and a slice of Asia along with a chunk of North Africa. From its humble beginnings as a few scattered villages on the banks of the River Tiber, Rome underwent 500 years of transformation to become a ‘cultural giant’ and home to around 70 million people. Through years of violent warfare interspersed with periods of peace and prosperity, Romans developed concepts, amenities, and structures that helped to sustain and expand their empire. 1,500 years later, many of their ideas still influence our world today. Our laws and government, the technology of water systems, construction styles, engineering, and literature all have their roots in the Roman civilisation, and the Empire’s later adoption of Christianity as its official religion had a considerable impact on the development and growth of the faith across the globe. Let’s take a look at this Roman world from Caesar to Constantine and art to architecture. Welcome to the Roman Empire.00:00 Introduction01:26 Mythical Beginnings04:08 The Age of the Republic07:08 The Sack of Rome9:08 Like a Phoenix9:59 The Pyrrhic War11:24 The Punic Wars15:40 Julius Caesar19:10 Augustus22:29 Good Emperor/Bad Emperor27:47 You Gotta Have Faith 28:58 The LegacyDISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
The Disease That Wiped Out 50% of the Roman Empire... TheRomanEmpire 2025-03-28 | At the dawning of the Antonine plague, the Roman Empire was at the pinnacle of its power. Then along came the disease, dealing out a host of horrifying symptoms. Fever, diarrhea, a black pox, and for those badly afflicted there was the coughing up of scabs that had formed inside their bodies. But what was this illness, so destructive that not even the mighty Roman army could stop it? And how did its occurrence signal the downfall of an empire? Welcome to the Roman Empire!00:00 introduction00:51 Doctor Doctor03:08 Blame the Defilers03:50 No Blame the Christians04:52 Social Disease08:07 Are You Not Entertained?9:40 Needs MustDISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
Mauled by Lions: The Most Sickening Roman Punishment Ever Invented... TheRomanEmpire 2025-03-21 | To be sentenced to death, by itself, must have been a terrifying experience for anyone unfortunate enough to face capital punishment, but to be thrust into a huge amphitheatre, jeered by a crowd of over 50,000 public spectators and faced with a brutal death at the jaws of a snarling lion, tiger or bear; to be torn limb from bloody limb with no hope of mercy, is a nightmare few of us wish to comprehend. Yet, this terrifying fate was all too common a punishment for those victims deemed guilty under the laws of the republic of ancient Rome: quite literally, to be condemned to the beasts... Welcome to The Roman Empire.DISCLAIMER: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. If you are or represent the copyright owner of materials used in this video and have an issue with the use of said material, please email us at info@top5s.co.ukCopyright © 753 BC to 1453 AD. Top5s. All rights reserved.
