Rome's Sunken Secrets

Synopsis

Eve MacDonald stands in the Roman Forum, a site central to the history of Ancient Rome. Maritime archaeologists have discovered artifacts off the coast of Sicily, remnants of a naval battle that significantly influenced Rome's expansion. The documentary follows MacDonald and her team as they investigate how Rome transformed from a vulnerable city-state into a dominant empire. Their findings reveal the military strategies and monumental constructions that facilitated Rome's control over the Mediterranean during the late Republic period.