Pompeii - Ephesus - Hawkedon: Gladiators at the British Museum and Beyond

Join British Museum curator Dr Anna Willi to discover what rare gladiatorial artefacts reveal about ancient Rome's most legendary fighters.

Join Dr Anna Willi, curator at the British Museum, for a captivating journey through one of the world's finest collections of gladiatorial artefacts. Discover what these rare objects reveal about the fighters who became ancient Rome's biggest celebrities.

Dr Willi will share fascinating insights into the material evidence that brings these legendary warriors to life, including weapons, armour, and personal items that survived nearly 2,000 years. Learn how archaeologists piece together the true stories behind the spectacle, separating Hollywood myth from historical fact.

This exclusive online talk offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of the Gladiators of Britain exhibition and hear directly from one of the leading experts who curated it.

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