Join a renowned history professor to uncover the stories of the ancient Greek Olympic games and discover just how far these legendary games have come in the world.
The Ancient Olympics
Skip on the sweat (and the nudity) and spectate ancient Greeks playing a very different sort of Olympic games than the ones we know.
01: The Ancient Olympics
The Olympics are one of the most enduring legacies of ancient Greek civilization. Dr. Gregory Aldrete, Professor of Humanistic Studies and History, takes you on a compelling tour of the way the ancient Olympic games were played and celebrated, giving an in-depth view of the games, the athletes, and the evolution of this worldwide phenomenon.
27 min
Overview Course No. 90062
