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Gladiator Weapons
Clockwise from top left: Roman mosaic of a retiarius versus a secutor; Roman bronze gladiator helmet, Italy; Roman gladiator fresco, Pompeii, Italy While some ancient written sources describe ...
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Ancient Roman Gladiators Were Huge Celebrities Who Even Had Their Own Merch
A tiny gladiator figurine was used as a handle on a 2,000-year-old copper folding knife found in an English river, suggesting ...
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Gladiator 2: Macrinus’ Plan Fully Explained
Macrinus is one of the most interesting characters in Gladiator 2, and his plan to become Emperor is the driving force behind ...
Yes, That Was Really Maximus’ Armor in ‘Gladiator II’
Russell Crowe's OG costume gets pride of place at one point, but the costumes in Ridley Scott's sequel are telling a ...
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The Real History Behind Ridley Scott’s ‘Gladiator II’ and Life as a Fighter in the Ancient Roman Arena
The "Gladiator" sequel centers on Lucius Verus, the secret son of Russell Crowe's character from the 2000 film. Both men ...
Own a Piece of the Epic Gladiator II: Celebrity Props, Theater Exhibits, and Online Auction Bring Fans into the World of Ancient Rome
For Gladiator fans, the journey back to ancient Rome comes with a twist that goes beyond the screen. Regal Cinemas, Fandango, and The Realest have teamed up in a landmark promotion for Gladiator ...