Production
Sweeping reconstructions of Hadrian's Villa at Tivoli.
Writing
Dan Snow making imperial bureaucracy weirdly compelling.
Director
John Trefor
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Hadrian's Wall was likely less about defense and more about controlling trade and movement—ancient immigration policy with better masonry.
Dan Snow filmed this during his peak 'history heartthrob' era, single-handedly making documentaries dateable for a generation.
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