The initials on the wall in Pompeii

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0:00 · nestled beneath the shadow of the mighty
0:02 · Mount Vesuvius the ancient Roman city of
0:04 · Pompei has long captured the imagination
0:06 · of historians archaeologists and the
0:08 · global public now a remarkable new
0:11 · chapter in Pompei story has been
0:13 · Unearthed as excavations in Regio 9 one
0:16 · of the many administrative districts
0:18 · that made up the city have yielded a
0:20 · stunning array of artifacts and insights
0:21 · into the lives of pompei's
0:23 · inhabitants Pompei was a thriving
0:25 · commercial and cultural Hub in the Roman
0:27 · Empire and was divided into these
0:29 · different Reg
0:30 · each with its own unique character and
0:32 · role within the larger Urban fabric
0:34 · Regio 9 is located in the northeastern
0:36 · quadrant of the city and was a bustling
0:38 · Center of Commerce and Industry home to
0:40 · a diverse array of businesses workshops
0:43 · and residential dwellings the current
0:45 · excavation project in Regio 9 which
0:48 · began just over a year ago has already
0:50 · yielded remarkable discoveries that have
0:52 · the potential to rewrite our
0:53 · understanding of pompeian society and
0:55 · culture Chief among these is the
0:57 · unearthing of a grand opulent residence
1:00 · complete with a breathtaking black room
1:01 · adorned with exquisite frescos depicting
1:03 · scenes from Greek mythology the black
1:06 · room so named for its Stark ebony hued
1:09 · walls is a true Masterpiece of Roman art
1:11 · and architecture its walls are adorned
1:13 · with stunning frescos that bring to life
1:15 · the legendary tales of the ancient Greek
1:17 · world one Fresco depicts the god Apollo
1:20 · in pursuit of the Trojan Priestess
1:22 · Cassandra whose rejection of his
1:24 · advances would ultimately lead to the
1:25 · disastrous Trojan War another showcas is
1:29 · the Fateful meeting of Prince Paris in
1:30 · the beautiful Helen an event that would
1:32 · seal the Doom of Troy the Artistry of
1:35 · these frescos is nothing short of
1:37 · remarkable with the figures seemingly
1:38 · coming to life in the shimmering light
1:40 · that would have danced across the walls
1:41 · during Grand Banquets and social
1:43 · Gatherings the black Hue of the walls
1:45 · was likely chosen to conceal the smoke
1:47 · deposits from the lamps used to
1:49 · illuminate the space allowing the
1:50 · vibrant colors of the paintings to take
1:52 · Center Stage complimenting the stunning
1:55 · Fresco is the room's nearly complete
1:57 · Mosaic floor which is composed of over a
1:59 · million individual White Tiles this
2:02 · level of craftsmanship and attention to
2:04 · detail speaks to the wealth and status
2:06 · of the resident's owner who was likely a
2:08 · prominent figure in pompeian society
2:11 · alongside these beautiful frescos of The
2:12 · Black Room the excavation team has also
2:15 · uncovered another remarkable work of art
2:17 · a fresco depicting the mythological tale
2:19 · of leader and the swan in this scene the
2:22 · queen of Sparta leader is shown in the
2:24 · Embrace of the God's use who has taken
2:26 · the form of a majestic Swan the union of
2:29 · leader and the SW one according to
2:30 · Legend would lead to the birth of Helen
2:32 · of Troy whose Beauty and subsequent
2:34 · abduction by Paris would spark the
2:36 · Trojan War in addition to the stunning
2:39 · discoveries already made the
2:40 · archaeologists have also had to
2:42 · meticulously piece together a ceiling
2:44 · Fresco that was shattered during the
2:45 · cataclysmic volcanic eruption the Fresco
2:48 · was smashed into countless fragments by
2:50 · the immense force of the eruption and
2:52 · the recovered pieces of this work of art
2:53 · have been carefully laid out jigsaw
2:55 · Style on a large table in the excavation
2:58 · site despite the challenge is posed by
3:00 · the Fresco's fragmented State the
3:02 · archaeologists have managed to slowly
3:04 · and painstakingly reconstruct the
3:06 · intricate design in revealing a
3:07 · breathtaking Tableau of Landscapes
3:09 · Egyptian inspired characters Bountiful
3:11 · foods and flowers and even imposing
3:13 · theatrical masks as the excavation team
3:17 · carefully removes the volcanic debris
3:19 · they have encountered another remarkable
3:21 · Discovery the preservation of ornate
3:22 · cornices that once Adorn the ceilings
3:24 · and upper reaches of the various
3:26 · structures within Regio 9 these
3:28 · intricate patterns and decorative
3:30 · flourishes are reveal the architectural
3:32 · sophistication and aesthetic
3:33 · sensibilities of pompei's Builders and
3:35 · Artisans other Treasures recovered
3:38 · during the Dig is a collection of oil
3:39 · lamps which were essential tools for
3:41 · Illuminating the Interiors of homes and
3:43 · businesses in the ancient city digging
3:45 · deeper into the grand residence the
3:47 · excavation team has uncovered intriguing
3:49 · evidence of ongoing Renovations at the
3:51 · time of the catastrophic eruption in the
3:54 · reception hall there is a lot of rubble
3:56 · lited in the far right corner which
3:57 · suggests that the owners of this opulent
3:59 · home were actively engaged in the
4:01 · process of updating and improving their
4:03 · property the inhabitants of this Grand
4:05 · residence along with countless others
4:07 · were tragically denied the opportunity
4:09 · to complete their projects and enjoy the
4:11 · fruits of their labor as their lives
4:12 · were cut short by the sudden and violent
4:14 · onslaught of Mount
4:16 · vvus the discovery of this black room is
4:18 · just one of the many remarkable finds to
4:20 · emerge from the excavations in Regio 9
4:23 · archaeologists have also uncovered a
4:25 · laundry facility located adjacent to the
4:27 · Grand residence and hints at the
4:29 · interconnected nature of pompei's
4:30 · various Industries as well as the
4:32 · sophisticated infrastructure that
4:33 · supported the city's thriving economy
4:36 · the team is confident that these various
4:38 · properties can be linked both physically
4:40 · and in terms of ownership providing more
4:42 · details into the lives and relationships
4:44 · of pompei's elite the excavations have
4:47 · also revealed a large-scale bakery
4:49 · operation complete with inscriptions
4:51 · linking the property to a prominent
4:52 · local politician named allus rusus verus
4:56 · the first clue to Veris identity emerged
4:58 · in the form of numerous inscription
4:59 · bearing his initials arv found etched
5:02 · onto the walls and even the millstones
5:03 · of the newly discovered Bakery these
5:06 · inscriptions served as the initial Trail
5:08 · for the archaeologists leading them to
5:10 · uncover a deeper understanding of verus
5:12 · role and influence within pompe and
5:14 · Society further investigation revealed
5:16 · that verus was not just any pompeian
5:18 · citizen but rather a prominent local
5:20 · politician who was actively campaigning
5:22 · for the prestigious office of adile
5:24 · adils were elected officials in the
5:26 · Roman Empire who held significant Powers
5:28 · including the respons possibility for
5:30 · maintaining public buildings and
5:31 · infrastructure regulating public
5:33 · festivals and enforcing public order
5:36 · archaeologists had previously Unearthed
5:38 · inscriptions that directly appeal to the
5:40 · pompeian electorate urging them to make
5:42 · all us rusus a true adile worthy of the
5:45 · state these inscriptions were deciphered
5:47 · despite their age and weathering and
5:49 · provide a rare glimpse into the
5:50 · electioneering tactics of the ancient
5:52 · world where politicians like Veris
5:54 · sought to leverage their resources and
5:56 · connections to secure political power
5:58 · the presence of the bakery near the
6:00 · politicians campaign posters further
6:02 · reinforces various political Savvy and
6:04 · wealth in the Roman world the adage the
6:07 · voter lives on bread held true as
6:10 · politicians often use the distribution
6:11 · of food and other basic necessities to
6:13 · Curry favor with the electorate verus
6:16 · demonstrated his understanding of this
6:18 · Dynamic by owning and operating a
6:19 · large-scale bakery and this suggests
6:21 · that he may have engaged in morally
6:23 · questionably practices like bribing
6:25 · voters with bread to secure votes and
6:26 · maintain his political influence and
6:28 · Power the discoveries in Regio 99 have
6:31 · provided a unique window into the
6:33 · complex web of politics Commerce and
6:35 · social stratification that underpinned
6:37 · life in ancient Pompei by unraveling the
6:40 · identity and role of allus rusus verus
6:42 · archaeologists have gained invaluable
6:44 · insights into the ways in which the
6:45 · city's Elite wielded power and shaped
6:47 · the daily lives of its
6:49 · inhabitants as the excavations continue
6:52 · the full extent of varus influence and
6:54 · the details of pompeian society May yet
6:56 · be revealed shedding new light on this
6:58 · less known chapter of Roman history the
7:01 · significance of these discoveries cannot
7:03 · be overstated Pompei has long been
7:05 · considered the premier window into the
7:06 · world of the Roman Empire offering
7:08 · unparalleled insights into the daily
7:10 · lives customs and material culture of
7:12 · the ancient Mediterranean world the
7:15 · excavations in Regio 9 are only further
7:17 · cementing this status as they continue
7:19 · to uncover a wealth of information that
7:21 · is redefining our understanding of
7:22 · Pompei and
7:24 · society yet the work is far from over
7:27 · archaeologists estimate that only a
7:28 · third of P P has been cleared of the
7:30 · volcanic debris that inomed the city
7:32 · nearly 2,000 years ago as the current
7:35 · excavation project continues to make
7:37 · remarkable strides the potential for
7:39 · future discoveries remains immense
7:41 · promising to unlock even more secrets
7:43 · about the Lost World of Pompei thank you
7:46 · for joining us on this exciting Journey
7:47 · Through The Lost World of Pompei be sure
7:50 · to like And subscribe to our channel for
7:52 · more thrilling updates from the
7:53 · excavation site as the team continues to
7:56 · uncover the secrets and stories that
7:57 · have Lain buried for nearly two
7:58 · millennium
8:00 · see you next time

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0:00	·	nestled beneath the shadow of the mighty
0:02	·	Mount Vesuvius the ancient Roman city of
0:04	·	Pompei has long captured the imagination
0:06	·	of historians archaeologists and the
0:08	·	global public now a remarkable new
0:11	·	chapter in Pompei story has been
0:13	·	Unearthed as excavations in Regio 9 one
0:16	·	of the many administrative districts
0:18	·	that made up the city have yielded a
0:20	·	stunning array of artifacts and insights
0:21	·	into the lives of pompei's
0:23	·	inhabitants Pompei was a thriving
0:25	·	commercial and cultural Hub in the Roman
0:27	·	Empire and was divided into these
0:29	·	different Reg
0:30	·	each with its own unique character and
0:32	·	role within the larger Urban fabric
0:34	·	Regio 9 is located in the northeastern
0:36	·	quadrant of the city and was a bustling
0:38	·	Center of Commerce and Industry home to
0:40	·	a diverse array of businesses workshops
0:43	·	and residential dwellings the current
0:45	·	excavation project in Regio 9 which
0:48	·	began just over a year ago has already
0:50	·	yielded remarkable discoveries that have
0:52	·	the potential to rewrite our
0:53	·	understanding of pompeian society and
0:55	·	culture Chief among these is the
0:57	·	unearthing of a grand opulent residence
1:00	·	complete with a breathtaking black room
1:01	·	adorned with exquisite frescos depicting
1:03	·	scenes from Greek mythology the black
1:06	·	room so named for its Stark ebony hued
1:09	·	walls is a true Masterpiece of Roman art
1:11	·	and architecture its walls are adorned
1:13	·	with stunning frescos that bring to life
1:15	·	the legendary tales of the ancient Greek
1:17	·	world one Fresco depicts the god Apollo
1:20	·	in pursuit of the Trojan Priestess
1:22	·	Cassandra whose rejection of his
1:24	·	advances would ultimately lead to the
1:25	·	disastrous Trojan War another showcas is
1:29	·	the Fateful meeting of Prince Paris in
1:30	·	the beautiful Helen an event that would
1:32	·	seal the Doom of Troy the Artistry of
1:35	·	these frescos is nothing short of
1:37	·	remarkable with the figures seemingly
1:38	·	coming to life in the shimmering light
1:40	·	that would have danced across the walls
1:41	·	during Grand Banquets and social
1:43	·	Gatherings the black Hue of the walls
1:45	·	was likely chosen to conceal the smoke
1:47	·	deposits from the lamps used to
1:49	·	illuminate the space allowing the
1:50	·	vibrant colors of the paintings to take
1:52	·	Center Stage complimenting the stunning
1:55	·	Fresco is the room's nearly complete
1:57	·	Mosaic floor which is composed of over a
1:59	·	million individual White Tiles this
2:02	·	level of craftsmanship and attention to
2:04	·	detail speaks to the wealth and status
2:06	·	of the resident's owner who was likely a
2:08	·	prominent figure in pompeian society
2:11	·	alongside these beautiful frescos of The
2:12	·	Black Room the excavation team has also
2:15	·	uncovered another remarkable work of art
2:17	·	a fresco depicting the mythological tale
2:19	·	of leader and the swan in this scene the
2:22	·	queen of Sparta leader is shown in the
2:24	·	Embrace of the God's use who has taken
2:26	·	the form of a majestic Swan the union of
2:29	·	leader and the SW one according to
2:30	·	Legend would lead to the birth of Helen
2:32	·	of Troy whose Beauty and subsequent
2:34	·	abduction by Paris would spark the
2:36	·	Trojan War in addition to the stunning
2:39	·	discoveries already made the
2:40	·	archaeologists have also had to
2:42	·	meticulously piece together a ceiling
2:44	·	Fresco that was shattered during the
2:45	·	cataclysmic volcanic eruption the Fresco
2:48	·	was smashed into countless fragments by
2:50	·	the immense force of the eruption and
2:52	·	the recovered pieces of this work of art
2:53	·	have been carefully laid out jigsaw
2:55	·	Style on a large table in the excavation
2:58	·	site despite the challenge is posed by
3:00	·	the Fresco's fragmented State the
3:02	·	archaeologists have managed to slowly
3:04	·	and painstakingly reconstruct the
3:06	·	intricate design in revealing a
3:07	·	breathtaking Tableau of Landscapes
3:09	·	Egyptian inspired characters Bountiful
3:11	·	foods and flowers and even imposing
3:13	·	theatrical masks as the excavation team
3:17	·	carefully removes the volcanic debris
3:19	·	they have encountered another remarkable
3:21	·	Discovery the preservation of ornate
3:22	·	cornices that once Adorn the ceilings
3:24	·	and upper reaches of the various
3:26	·	structures within Regio 9 these
3:28	·	intricate patterns and decorative
3:30	·	flourishes are reveal the architectural
3:32	·	sophistication and aesthetic
3:33	·	sensibilities of pompei's Builders and
3:35	·	Artisans other Treasures recovered
3:38	·	during the Dig is a collection of oil
3:39	·	lamps which were essential tools for
3:41	·	Illuminating the Interiors of homes and
3:43	·	businesses in the ancient city digging
3:45	·	deeper into the grand residence the
3:47	·	excavation team has uncovered intriguing
3:49	·	evidence of ongoing Renovations at the
3:51	·	time of the catastrophic eruption in the
3:54	·	reception hall there is a lot of rubble
3:56	·	lited in the far right corner which
3:57	·	suggests that the owners of this opulent
3:59	·	home were actively engaged in the
4:01	·	process of updating and improving their
4:03	·	property the inhabitants of this Grand
4:05	·	residence along with countless others
4:07	·	were tragically denied the opportunity
4:09	·	to complete their projects and enjoy the
4:11	·	fruits of their labor as their lives
4:12	·	were cut short by the sudden and violent
4:14	·	onslaught of Mount
4:16	·	vvus the discovery of this black room is
4:18	·	just one of the many remarkable finds to
4:20	·	emerge from the excavations in Regio 9
4:23	·	archaeologists have also uncovered a
4:25	·	laundry facility located adjacent to the
4:27	·	Grand residence and hints at the
4:29	·	interconnected nature of pompei's
4:30	·	various Industries as well as the
4:32	·	sophisticated infrastructure that
4:33	·	supported the city's thriving economy
4:36	·	the team is confident that these various
4:38	·	properties can be linked both physically
4:40	·	and in terms of ownership providing more
4:42	·	details into the lives and relationships
4:44	·	of pompei's elite the excavations have
4:47	·	also revealed a large-scale bakery
4:49	·	operation complete with inscriptions
4:51	·	linking the property to a prominent
4:52	·	local politician named allus rusus verus
4:56	·	the first clue to Veris identity emerged
4:58	·	in the form of numerous inscription
4:59	·	bearing his initials arv found etched
5:02	·	onto the walls and even the millstones
5:03	·	of the newly discovered Bakery these
5:06	·	inscriptions served as the initial Trail
5:08	·	for the archaeologists leading them to
5:10	·	uncover a deeper understanding of verus
5:12	·	role and influence within pompe and
5:14	·	Society further investigation revealed
5:16	·	that verus was not just any pompeian
5:18	·	citizen but rather a prominent local
5:20	·	politician who was actively campaigning
5:22	·	for the prestigious office of adile
5:24	·	adils were elected officials in the
5:26	·	Roman Empire who held significant Powers
5:28	·	including the respons possibility for
5:30	·	maintaining public buildings and
5:31	·	infrastructure regulating public
5:33	·	festivals and enforcing public order
5:36	·	archaeologists had previously Unearthed
5:38	·	inscriptions that directly appeal to the
5:40	·	pompeian electorate urging them to make
5:42	·	all us rusus a true adile worthy of the
5:45	·	state these inscriptions were deciphered
5:47	·	despite their age and weathering and
5:49	·	provide a rare glimpse into the
5:50	·	electioneering tactics of the ancient
5:52	·	world where politicians like Veris
5:54	·	sought to leverage their resources and
5:56	·	connections to secure political power
5:58	·	the presence of the bakery near the
6:00	·	politicians campaign posters further
6:02	·	reinforces various political Savvy and
6:04	·	wealth in the Roman world the adage the
6:07	·	voter lives on bread held true as
6:10	·	politicians often use the distribution
6:11	·	of food and other basic necessities to
6:13	·	Curry favor with the electorate verus
6:16	·	demonstrated his understanding of this
6:18	·	Dynamic by owning and operating a
6:19	·	large-scale bakery and this suggests
6:21	·	that he may have engaged in morally
6:23	·	questionably practices like bribing
6:25	·	voters with bread to secure votes and
6:26	·	maintain his political influence and
6:28	·	Power the discoveries in Regio 99 have
6:31	·	provided a unique window into the
6:33	·	complex web of politics Commerce and
6:35	·	social stratification that underpinned
6:37	·	life in ancient Pompei by unraveling the
6:40	·	identity and role of allus rusus verus
6:42	·	archaeologists have gained invaluable
6:44	·	insights into the ways in which the
6:45	·	city's Elite wielded power and shaped
6:47	·	the daily lives of its
6:49	·	inhabitants as the excavations continue
6:52	·	the full extent of varus influence and
6:54	·	the details of pompeian society May yet
6:56	·	be revealed shedding new light on this
6:58	·	less known chapter of Roman history the
7:01	·	significance of these discoveries cannot
7:03	·	be overstated Pompei has long been
7:05	·	considered the premier window into the
7:06	·	world of the Roman Empire offering
7:08	·	unparalleled insights into the daily
7:10	·	lives customs and material culture of
7:12	·	the ancient Mediterranean world the
7:15	·	excavations in Regio 9 are only further
7:17	·	cementing this status as they continue
7:19	·	to uncover a wealth of information that
7:21	·	is redefining our understanding of
7:22	·	Pompei and
7:24	·	society yet the work is far from over
7:27	·	archaeologists estimate that only a
7:28	·	third of P P has been cleared of the
7:30	·	volcanic debris that inomed the city
7:32	·	nearly 2,000 years ago as the current
7:35	·	excavation project continues to make
7:37	·	remarkable strides the potential for
7:39	·	future discoveries remains immense
7:41	·	promising to unlock even more secrets
7:43	·	about the Lost World of Pompei thank you
7:46	·	for joining us on this exciting Journey
7:47	·	Through The Lost World of Pompei be sure
7:50	·	to like And subscribe to our channel for
7:52	·	more thrilling updates from the
7:53	·	excavation site as the team continues to
7:56	·	uncover the secrets and stories that
7:57	·	have Lain buried for nearly two
7:58	·	millennium
8:00	·	see you next time