10-14-2010, 04:44 AM
I saw an episode of The History Channel's Life After People that talked about what would happen to the Colosseum if there were no one to maintain it. Video
Two thoughts: First, it says that it will last much longer than modern structures, primarily because there are few iron reinforcing rods to corrode. This makes sense, I think. It's already lasted through centuries of neglect and outright dismantling.
Secondly, it states (around 20 seconds in) that "some say" half a million Christians died there. I'm dubious. Has anyone ever heard this figure before? Do you know where it comes from?
Two thoughts: First, it says that it will last much longer than modern structures, primarily because there are few iron reinforcing rods to corrode. This makes sense, I think. It's already lasted through centuries of neglect and outright dismantling.
Secondly, it states (around 20 seconds in) that "some say" half a million Christians died there. I'm dubious. Has anyone ever heard this figure before? Do you know where it comes from?
David J. Cord
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