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What the Romans Did for Us

What the Romans Did for Us, is a 2000 BBC documentary series "looking at the innovations and inventions brought to Britain by the Romans". The title of the programme is derived from the cult movie Monty Python's Life of Brian, referencing the famous scene where the People's Front of Judea discuss "What have the Romans done for us?"

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StatusEnded
Original NameWhat the Romans Did for Us
First Air DateNovember 6, 2000
Last Air DateDecember 11, 2000
Seasons1
Episodes6
Episode Runtime NaNmin
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
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NetworksBBC Two
S01E06

Ahead of their Time

Adam Hart-Davis rediscovers the innovations and inventions brought by the Romans to Britain. In this edition, he examines the forms of entertainment laid on during the 176 days per year that were public holidays in Roman times. Featuring the hydraulis, the first ever keyboard instrument. Plus a look at how the Romans introduced concrete.

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