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Spartacus was a slave who was a gladiator. He was among gladiators who escaped from their gladiatorial schools and sparked a slave rebellion. Up to 20,000 slaves gathered into bands which ravaged the countryside, looted some cities, and defeated Roman army contingents and local militias for two years. Spartacus was one of the leaders of these bands. The rebellion was eventually suppressed with the deployment of eight legions (army corps). This was the third slave rebellion in Roman history and historians call it the Third Servile War (73-71 BC).
Both Spartacus and the slave rebellion have been mythologized in fiction. The rebelling slaves are portrayed as freedom fighters fighting against the establishment and to end slavery. However, no account by ancient historians says that the aim of the rebellion was to fight the system or end slavery. They were probably marauding escapees. An ancient historian speculated that they wanted to flee to Gaul. The rebels and their leaders committed many atrocities. As for Spartacus being the champion of liberty who led all of the rebels as portrayed in fiction, this was not the case. He was one of the various leaders of the various bands and we have absolutely minimal information about him.
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Spartacus what nationality is the name?
The name "Spartacus" is a Latin name. It had no nationality as such. The rebel gladiator Spartacus was said to be from Thrace and also was said to have served in the Roman army. Many auxiliaries either Latinized their names or changed them completely to a Latin (Roman) name.
Who portrayed Spartacus in the 19 film version of the movie Spartacus?
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What is the movie Spartacus about?
As the title should tell you, the movie Spartacus is about the gladiator who escaped along with others and terrorized Italy. Much of the movie versions of Spartacus are fictionalized as very little is actually known about the person called Spartacus.
When did spartacus become a gladiator?
Spartacus became a gladiator when he was captured and trained. I know this is not a very specific answer, but we know very, very little about Spartacus, the man. We don't even know if "Spartacus" was his real name. He comes into history as a leader of a slave revolt and leaves history as a defeated enemy.
When was Spartacus to the Gladiators at Capua created?
Spartacus to the Gladiators at Capua was created in 1842.
Is Spartacus a hero or villain?
He is both. He is a hero to all the slaves and a villan to the Romans.
What are the release dates for Think Hero TV - 2009 Spartacus Gods of the Arena Preview?
Think Hero TV - 2009 Spartacus Gods of the Arena Preview was released on: USA: 10 January 2011
What are the release dates for Think Hero TV - 2009 Spartacus Gods of the Arena Paterfamilias Review?
Think Hero TV - 2009 Spartacus Gods of the Arena Paterfamilias Review was released on: USA: 8 February 2011
What are the release dates for Think Hero TV - 2009 Interview with Spartacus Creator Steven DeKnight?
Think Hero TV - 2009 Interview with Spartacus Creator Steven DeKnight was released on: USA: 20 April 2011
What are the release dates for Think Hero TV - 2009 Spartacus Gods of the Arena Beneath the Mask Review?
Think Hero TV - 2009 Spartacus Gods of the Arena Beneath the Mask Review was released on: USA: 13 February 2011
What are the release dates for Think Hero TV - 2009 Spartacus Gods of the Arena Finale The Bitter End Review?
Think Hero TV - 2009 Spartacus Gods of the Arena Finale The Bitter End Review was released on: USA: 28 February 2011
Was Sir Ernest Shackleton considered as a hero?
Many people would have considered him to be a hero.
Who is William tell and why is he considered a hero?
because he is a hero
Why is Marie Curie considered a war hero in France?
She is not considered a war hero. She is a scientific hero. She and her husband discovered radioactivity and the element radium.
Spartacus what nationality is the name?
The name "Spartacus" is a Latin name. It had no nationality as such. The rebel gladiator Spartacus was said to be from Thrace and also was said to have served in the Roman army. Many auxiliaries either Latinized their names or changed them completely to a Latin (Roman) name.
Would Ashton Kutcher be considered a hero?
Yes a hero of comedy
Did Spartacus live before Julius Caesar?
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