Lost Treasures of Rome (2022)

S2E2 Pompeii's Forgotten Victims

In 79 AD, the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius engulfed the city of Pompeii under a thick layer of ash and rubble. Today, archaeologists are delving into the city's hidden past, aiming to reveal the untold stories of its inhabitants, particularly the enslaved individuals who lived there. Their quest focuses on locating the chamber of an enslaved person, shedding light on the often-ignored narratives of those who suffered in silence amidst the grandeur of this ancient Roman metropolis.