... and elevators to the Arena floor also occupied this space. The ground level was the next to be constructed. This consisted of many piers supporting Roman arches with walls running in-between. The piers were the main support of the structure, and therefore had to be made of a strong, durable ... the entire operation ran smoothly and efficiently. Unfortunately Emperor Vespasian did not live to see the amphitheater in its full splendor. He died of fever in A.D. 79, only a few years before completion. Taking his place as Emperor was his eldest son, Titus. Titus oversaw the construction for ...

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