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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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    What the Romans Did for Us

    First Air Date

    November 6, 2000

    Last Air Date

    December 11, 2000

    Seasons

    1

    Episodes

    6

    Language

    English

    Production Companies

    Networks

    BBC 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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