Скачать или смотреть The Unfair Matches of the Roman Colosseum

Let's delve into some of the most lopsided and controversial contests that took place in ancient Rome's most infamous arena. This video explores a variety of matchups, starting with the blindfolded fighters, known as Andabatae, who faced their foes without the advantage of sight. We'll then navigate the waters of the naval battles, staged for the thrill of spectators and the demise of combatants. The brutality of gladiator fights is contrasted with the ferocious spectacle of animal vs animal encounters, showcasing the cruel variety of entertainments devised by the Romans. Witness the unlikely duels of one gladiator versus two, and the curious clashes of women against dwarfs, a matchup staged for Emperor Domitian's twisted amusement. The video also covers wild animal hunts, man vs beast confrontations, and the tragic fate of prisoners pitted against seasoned professional gladiators. Lastly, we reveal the rigged matches, where outcomes were often predetermined to satisfy the crowd's bloodlust or the whims of the elite. Join us as we uncover the grim reality behind these unfair and often deadly spectacles that captivated the Roman populace.

0:00 10 - Blind Fighters
1:13 9 - Naval Battles
2:23 8 - Gladiator Fights
4:10 7 - Animal Battles
5:54 6 - 1 vs 2 Matches
7:00 5 - Women vs Dwarf
8:19 4 - Wild Animal Hunts
9:15 3 - Man vs Beast
10:42 2 - Prisoner vs Professional Gladiator
11:19 1 - Rigged Matches