Riot Fresco

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Title

Riot Fresco

Subject

A fourth style fresco depicting a riot

Description

In 59 CE, during games held in the arena, a notorious riot occurred in the Amphitheatre between Pompeians and Nucerians. As a result of these riots, the Senate of Rome decided to hand Pompeii a 10 year ban on holding gladiatorial games, though Nero reduced it later in 62 AD, after the disastrous earthquake struck the city.

Creator

Carole Raddato

Date

July 4, 2014

Contributor

Description Provided By Carole Raddato

Type

Photograph

Coverage

Pompeii, Italy