But as the ruling class became extravagantly wealthy

But as the ruling class became extravagantly wealthy, the foundations have crumbled, eaten away by

corruption and excess, and the old values of Spartan discipline and social unity have given way to a

great chasm between the classes.

Rome: Episode Guide: Summary: Season 1: Episode 10

“Let this be an end to division and civil strife.” After a unanimous vote in his favor, Caesar

declares the MBT SHOES over and announces five days of feasts and games honoring his ‘triumph.’

For his first ceremony, the new emperor presides over the public execution of his former adversary, the

King of Gauls, who has been kept alive–just barely–in the dungeons of the city.Â

In the woods outside Rome, the body of the King of Gauls, rescued from a trash heap in the city, burns

atop a bonfire.