Pompeii: The Flames of the End
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- Опубликовано: 2 июл 2024
- Life is sweet, if you are not a slave, if you are a Roman Citizen. The Empire extends from Spain to the Black Sea, from Britannia to Egypt. After the year of four emperors, 69 CE, Rome has been under the firm and stable rule of Emperor Vespasian for ten years. The Emperor has just started building the Flavian Amphitheatre, which will be known as Colosseum.
For the moment, you are content with your own local gladiatorial shows in an Arena that can sit half the population of your rich and beautiful town.
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@ 0:45. This is a minor point but still, its disappointing missed opportunity, "The gates of Hades"? Would it be more fitting to say "The gates of Vulcan"? Vulcan is the Roman god of fire and volcanoes after all
It’s shit like this that keeps me from subscribing.. and also some other things
Btw its pyroclastic flow, not surge
Thanks for the heads up! Diggin' everything you do! Keep up the enlightenment of the masses. ✌️
"Dear Diary, today I made bread" --bored gladiator
It might've been the highlight of his extremely bloody life...
@@tedthesailor172 yeah
I'll bet that was actually slang for some especially kinky sex act. If only Urban Dictionary had existed back then.
And when you read this during lockdown..."Hey, I'm a gladiator whohooo!!!" :P
*"Dear Wall Of Graffiti, today i made bread" --bored gladiator
A frickin Slayer lyric reference lmao. The last thing I ever expected.
11:58 that's hilarious lol
Glad someone else caught it too
BLEEDING ITS HORROR
Triss Ha! My thoughts exactly
I guess I'm not the only one who noticed...
"On April 19th, I made bread."
Same here, buddy. Quarantine Baking.
" ..apparently they also invented an early version of Trip Advisor!" love it!
I agree, and I laughed out loud at that one. 😆😆😆
"Warning, contains graphic material "
Me: Gets more curious.
Abbey Roadster
It’s wasn’t that awfully chilling, but it still connected empathically, especially to the slaves.
Rest of the graphic discretions is just Slayer reference.
Right?!!
@Absolutely Fabulous *People who live with trauma and have to endure bullshit for it, you mean? Imagine being a war veteran or someone who have fled from wars and watching something funny, just to hear a gunshot sound affect in the video and start crying, because it might have triggered a memory of a dear family member or pet being shot multiple times. People have always been like this, but some cannot imagine how different people can be until after meeting many who all react to stuff by hiding or shrieking or something along those lines. People don't think that far and it's sad.
The only people who are truly snowflakes in a bad way are those who get triggered for others sake when none of the others doesn't mind it, thus having no reason to freak out.
Just saying. I'm probably a highly sensitive person with autism who easily empathise with almost everyone in some way or another, but I'm also morbidly curious. Contrasts are fun lmao
Sometimes a pyroclastic flow boils and explodes people's brains. It happens.
he said their brains melted inside their heads and I can’t stop thinking about it 😭😞
Before I clicked on this I thought "I hope he talks about the graffiti"
I wasn't disappointed, this was hilarious 😂
It's Pompeii, that is mandatory
Young Caesars graffiti reads ....I saw I came and I bonked her. 😉
Shows how people weren't too different than they are today. Many of those statements wouldn't be too outside of modern graffiti.
@@Sorcerers_Apprentice or a twitter/facebook post
When I was there, about 50 years ago, the guide showed the men in our group a pornographic fresco hidden by a curtain. We female tourists were kept away 😂
Roughly 45 minutes away from Pompeii there's a lake called Lago d'Averno; it's considered to be the entrance to Hades, and where Aeneas entered the underworld in Virgil's Aeneid. (Perhaps relatedly, it's also where the Cumaean Sibyl prophesied.) It's also an incredibly beautiful area. My Italian-American friend also told me that her Italian grandmother told her that "Va te Napoli!" is slang for "go to Hell!" Conclusion, Hell is real and it's in southern Italy.
I visited Pompeii a year ago. It was both tragic and fascinating. And Naples is such a beautiful place.
Gipsy Danger I was there back in June. I was too tired to explore much of Pompeii after climbing Vesuvius
I found Herculaneum had more of an impact on me. The preseveration of the moment in regards to a 'day in the life of a Roman' is much more apparent, and it also has far less of a tourist trap feel, in both numbers and inevitable presence of vendors at a World Hertiage site. Both sites are tragic in the extreme of course, I just feel Herculaneum felt more personal.
I've been to Pompeii twice, but having seen pictures of Herculaneum it looks way better.
Gipsy Danger I’ve been there too. I walked up Vesuvius and the volcano is now one of the most dangerous volcanoes on earth
Been there too. To Y'all, try to give a go to Alexander Dumas fils Fantastic Tales.
It will bring back those cherished memories.
Still, between Italy, Greece, Palestine and Egypt, Egypt will always be the closest to my heart.
Sipping mint tea at the Terrasse of the Cataract Hotel, thinking of Agatha Christie and so many other more recent ghosts of the past, with that magnificent overview of the Elephantine island and the majestuous river Nile, Falouks quietly faring by.
(Reading Marguerite Yourcenar Memories of Hadrian while sitting inside his "island library" under a tree, another cherished memory about my italian stay)
« Today, i made bread ! » we are proud of you random gladiator.
I went there a decade ago as part of a class trip. The stray dogs that made the ruins their home were insanely friendly and cute.
Marcus Zyker were you all-booped-out?
Vassallo Media I wish. My group was weird and didn’t want us to pet them.
Funny enough there was a dog at one of our bus stops that was playing fetch with a rock
They pee and crap over the monuments.
Not good.
We didn't spend years excavating that site to have it slowly decompose through animal detritus.
Put them all down. It's more humane anyway.
@@Useaname Spaying and neutering is humane. Zero population growth.
I've been fascinated by Pompeii since I was a child, when I found an old National Geographic VHS at the local video rental store. Yeah, I was that weird kid that went straight to the documentaries at age 9 and never cared to stop in the kids' section. I especially loved this episode. Thank you!
I was that kind of kid myself.
While other kids between 8 and 10 were watching The Muppet Show, sit-coms and sports programs, I was watching PBS. Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom, Nova and national geographic were my favorites.
Same. I would run home after class to catch National Geographic before my older sister came home and took over the only TV with cable in the house.
I had the National Geographic magazine featuring Herculaneum -- I was fascinated! As an adult, I was able to visit the traveling Pompeii exhibit at a museum. Still fascinated to this day.
Did you really quote Slayer with the lacerated sky reference?! Most metal geographics yet!!! \m/
It looks like Arnaldo Teodorani is our kind of writer, my friend.
StaticImage And I can’t believe you guys missed the other references to a Swedish Death Metal band of the 1990s ... it’s even in the title 😄🤟🏻
@@arnaldoteodorani277 At The Gates?
@@arnaldoteodorani277 Perhaps the residents of Pompeii were... BLINDED BY FEAR?!
StaticImage THE FACE OF ALL YOUR FEARS, UNLEASHED!!!!!
Big kudos to the person who made the subtitles. I'm not a native English speaker and watching with English subtitles makes it easier for me to follow what is said (not that it's difficult here, Simon is very easy to understand, but the speed he talks with becomes somewhat tiring after a while), so when the subtitles aren't automatically made I have them on and daaamn that was a treat! :)
That delivery on referencing Slayer was flawless and brilliant. Metal, history, and some humor. A great combo to getcha pull
Really pleased that someone else spotted it. I was scrolling down thinking I was the only one but clearly someone else has good taste. One of slayers best I feel.
11:57 that Slayer refence though.
I laughed and I gasped in horror. Great work.
Edit- *THERE WAS EVEN A SLAYER REFERENCE IN THIS VIDEO. YOU WIN THE DAY, GEOGRAPHICS*
When i was there on spot. I got a feeling that the place is much more important than just one of the archeological sites of Italy. Its special on the scale of the world. Because it has preserved everything how it was 2000 years ago. Usualy time erupts things. People rebuild over. Or just parts are left of the original site. But in Pompei, all was in a time capsule for 2000 years. So you realy see how it was back then. And its amazing. Its a wonder of the world.
"Caught in a storm of fire and blood raining from a lacerated sky." - Simon Whistler
"Raining blood, from a lacerated sky." - Slayer
Simon is a thrash metal fan, confirmed.
Finally a channel of my two loves together...history and geography
Oh yeah and Simon too
Geez, the residents of Pompeii invented Twitter, Tinder and other social media before they became famous.
What is that..
I spent a day walking around Pompeii on a self guided audio tour.
Absolutely Bucket List worthy. The Pompeii riot was an interesting chapter, should have been called the Pompeii Slaughter.
Only channel that combines knowledge with slayer references, amazing
Simon is soon going to take over RUclips!! I can't wait.
I hope so . He's the only thing worth watching at the min along with Shane and Ryan from Buzz feed. Don't know what I'd watch with out the three of them
@@sharonlock6452 Might I recommend Ozzy Man? He might not make you smarter, but he'll give you a break from all the bad news going on right now.
@@CashelOConnolly Umm, who else would I be speaking about?
I think he already has.
@@CashelOConnolly You leave Simon alone!
I love this new channel!! My daughter and I enjoy watching biographics together, but my 10 year old son loves watching this channel with me. I love that they are learning new things in an interesting way! Great job guys!!!
.. this episode mentions whores. X'D
I remember the movie POMPEII when I watched this video, and the people who perished in the end, some laughing in the face of death, others trying to run away and save themselves only to perish as they did so, while others accepted their fates before all were united in fiery death...
Thank you for the refreshing take on this part of history, and the place where it all happened.
I also had several laughs when the signs outside certain locations were read out.
... And then that one dude rubbing out one last wank before the end. God bless Humanity.
Pompeii is certainly worth visiting. The vulcanic material preserved the town so well, you could practically still settle in an old Roman home.
That line of nature being swift gave me goosebumps
12:01
Raining BLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD!!!
"... an early version of Trip Adviser." HAHA, priceless!
_5.6 stars_
Four wine goblets outta five.
😂
"Apelles and Dexter" coming to Netflix, directed by Flovonius
Rome by HBO isn't that bad. Actually pretty good.
trip adviser, yes. also facebook, "i made bread" is very facebook.
Dude that's Twitter.
That was one Hell of an intro, Simon!! Great presentation and very educational!!
The nonchalant Slayer reference was much appreciated!!!
I'm going to assume the At the Gates title was intentional as well. Hats off to all involved!!
Ron Marcinski No rest for the wicked
The children of god
The final retribution
The final curtain torn
Within us, the flames of the end
“Under a Serpent Sun”
I'm a HUGE fan of everything about Ancient Rome. This was most informative, with Simon's unique touch of humour! I love this new channel!! Thank you guys ❤
I love the new channel. I've binged watch every video so far. Can't wait for the next episode!
That was probably one of the best, if not, the best introductions you have done Simon! Fantastically written.
Thank you, another great video really enjoy the amount of research done and the thought and perspective things are presented with. This is proving to be an extremely interesting new series.
Really awesome video! Keep the good stuff coming.
Spanning over your various channels, Simon, this is easily one of the best videos you and your colleagues have ever made. I've always been fascinated by the Roman Empire. Multas gratias vobis ago (Thanks to all of you).
Wow, thanks :) :)
Please do the Oregon vortex in Gold hill Oregon. It’s a very interesting place. Balls roll up hill, brooms can stand on their end for hours at a time. I think you would do an amazing job of explaining this mysterious place
Well covered Simone, my hat is off to you and your team. The research that goes into all of your channels, is second to none, I for one truly feel privileged to have found all of your channels as they are a huge source of knowledge for me on a daily basis. Cheers mate :)
Well thanks :)
Loved the video Simon. Thank you!
"an early version of trip advisor!" for such gems, i always listen in!!! thanks, Simon and whoever your writer is!
The way he says "Brothels!" At 5:00 caught me off guard 🤣🤣
Wanted to comment few episodes ago but here i really have to say: you're killing it with the subtitles, respect to the subtitle person
Great video, I'm excited about this channel
So interesting. Yet again. Good video!
Glad I found all your channels. When I am working in my studio I can listen and I do not have to watch. Thanks for the interesting information.
Awesome episode thank you so much for posting
Well worth a visit. I saw the 1959 Steve Reeves movie as a kid and the thought of this disaster stayed with me ever since. Mind you get there first thing, before the excursion buses turn up, and preferably in the low season. I had the marvellous opportunity to wander its empty streets in clear, windless early morning sun, unencumbered by flocks of other tourists With the pink and purple mound of Vesuvius dominating the skyline. Magic...
Simon sir, that was an absolutely beautiful oration!
I visited Pompeii back in 2001 and it was amazing. Thank you for the video!
I was touring Pompeii for real as you were making this video, Simon. Your video was much more an effective narration, but I am glad I saw it in person.
ancient Roman fish sauce was called garum. similar to Thai fish sauce. made my own 4 months ago, it's still fermenting but already super delicious! we ate almost half of it already.
just wonderful on fries, in soups etc. no wonder they loved it so much. my new fav condiment
Mr. Simon, your channels are a constant source of information for me however not synonymous with humor, but that "trip advisor" line killed me. 😆
I love this channel!! And I could listen to Simon read his grocery list and be interested in what he was saying ☺😍
I recently made a comment on the biographics page for more videos of places around the world and they made a whole damn channel devoted to this. Subscribed immediately 👍🏻
Alaways amazing content simom thank you
Just discovered this channel. I love it! You concise coverage, interesting photos and dry humor keep me intrigued. Going on a binge now… (dang. I hate rabbit holes…) 😂
Big fan of the new channel. The format and delivery are always on point, and your narration uses all the key features necessary to hold viewer/ listener attention
Simon does it again
Thanks :). Glad you are enjoying it :)
I legit cannot stop watching your videos.
I never realized how much I didn't know that I didn't know until I started watching your videos...lol! Always very well done! Thank you 😁
This is my favourite video so far,some more of the same please....and thanks again SMON..
As a subscriber to Top Tenz, Biographics, and Today I Found Out, first hit on Geographics. Presentations, supporting illustrations, and (yes) pronunciations keep getting better and better. Keep up the great work! Thank you!
What I wish for is enough alliterations to pad out the video for an 1 or 3 like camelworks here on the tube
The fact that you quoted Slayer just makes me love you more Simon!
Glad I'm not the only one who caught the slayer lyrics. Very nice!!!
Great video, like all your others. Also appreciated the "CE" - AD is so old-fashioned
12:03 thanks for the slayer lyric simon, that was thoughtful of you after the graphic nightmarish description of boiling exploding brains.
Loving the channel Simon.
TripAdvisor.. I laughed hard. Loving the new channel just discovered today!, thank you,
You need to do a TopTenz video of the best graffiti from Pompeii!
Great video, as always!
"Raining blood from a lacerated sky"
I had to rewind that just to make sure, very suddle slayer quote. Nicely done
thanks for everything simon! I really appreciate all the knowledge you've brought into my life my G! really appreciate having an outlet for history i can easily digest. only issue is im catching up to the end of your content so im gunna have to wait for more every week lol, time to start chipping away at business blaze ;)
I absolutely love that you quoted slayer:) you're awesome!!!
Like button smashed!
Keep it up I love all your videos
Slayer and a trip advisor reference.... well done Simon.
Just went to Pompeii last week! Really enjoyed the video
I am NOT ashamed that I wait for new biographies and Geograohics video....
Simon you sure are a genius and nice references😉
Nice SLAYER quote ya snuck in there. Well played.
Thank You .
I'm really loving this channel.
Possibly the most eloquent and posh slayer reference every
I love when you sneak some dry humor in there! lol
On my Med cruise in the Navy I remember standing quarters on the ship's forecastle in Naples Bay and seeing smoke rising from Vesuvius. Cheers....
I caught that Slayer reference, Simon. You clever devil, you.
Outstanding work as always!
Oh woah, I missed it... can you point me in its direction???
@@StaticImage Absolutely! It was right around 11:57.
"...caught in a storm of fire and blood, raining from a lacerated sky."
I don't know if it's intentional, but I've only ever heard reference to blood raining from a lacerated sky once before.
@@StaticImage 11:59
@@tomharris9570 Dude, how did I miss that?! That's awesome!!!!!
12:00
I LOVE your voice! And, the way you talk into the camera! Cheers!
Thanks :)
@@geographicstravel You are most welcome. I call 'em as I see 'em
I am loving this new channel.
I just watched the Area 51 video where you referenced Megadeth. Now you're referencing Slayer. Loving these references, keep it up! 🤘🤘🤘
Great man
"To the one defecating here, beware of the curse. If you look down on this curse, may you have an angry Jupiter for an enemy." hahahahahahahaha.
Best thing on you tube at the min . Long may you reign
Visiting Pompeji is still on my bucket list.
Simon, I love the insightful ending
From a lacerated sky i like the slayer reign in Blood reference 👍
Keep up the brilliant work with both channels!
As ideas would Aberfan, Famagusta/Varosha or Xanadu be worth a video?
It was amazing to see how well everything was preserved, even murals on the walls, seeing the casts of those who passed was sad to see, I had a hard time with the dog casts the most
Simon you are a brilliant writer and articulate.
Ever since i visited in 2004, i have been completely obsessed. Love Robert Harris’ book