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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.

English
  • Originally Aired December 31, 2000
  • Runtime 1 minutes
  • Network BBC
  • Notes Is the series finale
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