The Roman Colosseum, while large and marvelous, is a structure whose history is controlled by those in power, and by those who gave life to the space. This theatre of sorts became a very powerful political space, and offers a glimpse into Roman social structures. We can think of the Colosseum as a gift from Vespasian to the Romans, as the Colosseum would become one of the most significant structures the world has ever known.
The Colosseum was built to show the prosperity and greatness of Rome. It…
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