Hello everyone, welcome to Lapides Silvae, discover with us the captivating world of ancient Rome through our collection of short documentaries that delve into the heart of its history, embark on a journey through time and witness the beauty of Rome, experience the passion and admiration we hold for the Eternal City and its enduring legacy as we uncover lesser-known stories and iconic landmarks that make this ancient city truly timeless
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Delve with us into the story of Cincinnatus and the battle of Mount Algidus, one of the early legendary episodes which could have marked the death or survival of the eternal city, rendered possible by the extraordinary moral fiber of one ancient hero...
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00:00 - Introduction
00:56 - The protagonists, Rome, Etruscans and Volsci
02:39 - The battlefield: Mount Algidus
04:33 - Struggle for survival, Rome in 5th Century BC
07:33 - Near disaster: Consular army is sorrounded!
08:31 - Hero and Dictator? Cincinnatus
11:01 - Cincinnatus saves the day, the miracle, and future of Rome
