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Spartacus & The Third Servile War

20177 minPGdoc-short

Watch the history documentary about Spartacus and the Third Servile War in Italy.

Historical Events Civil Rights Revolutions

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Channel: History Time

Spartacus & The Third Servile War

2017• 7 minPG

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Watch the history documentary about Spartacus and the Third Servile War in Italy.

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Watch my latest history documentary here, which recounts the remarkable story of Spartacus, the gladiator who led a rebellion in 73 BC. Spartacus escapes from captivity in the southern Italian city of Capua, choosing to confront his Roman captors instead of fleeing. His actions inspire other slaves and downtrodden Italians to join the fight against Roman oppression. This documentary details the epic conflict known as the Third Servile War, highlighting how Spartacus' leadership nearly brings the Roman Republic to its knees.

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