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Marcus Cocceius Nerva was Roman emperor from 96 to 98 CE and his reign brought stability after the turbulent successions of his predecessors. In addition, Nerva helped establish the foundations for a new golden era for Rome which his chosen successor Trajan would bring to full fruition.
colosseum interior combat. The Roman COLOSSEUM, Flavian amphitheater built over the remains of Nero's Golden House in Rome, c. 80 AD. The primary function of an amphitheater was to house spectacles of blood sports--gladiators combats and hunts of wild animals.olosseum interior combat. The Roman COLOSSEUM, Flavian amphitheater built over the remains of Nero's Golden House in Rome, c. 80 AD. The primary function of an amphitheater was to house spectacles of blood sports--gladiators combats and hunts of wild animals.