# Rome's Forgotten Female Gladiators

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Podcast: [History Shorts](https://stenobird.com/podcast/history-shorts-6691663)
Published: 2026-06-03T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

For centuries, the gladiators of Ancient Rome have been imagined as powerful men battling for glory in the arena. But hidden within the historical record is a far more surprising reality: some gladiators were women. In this episode of History Shorts , we uncover the fascinating story of Rome's female gladiators—known as gladiatrices . Drawing on ancient writings, archaeological evidence, and surviving artwork, we explore how these women entered the arena, the reactions they provoked among Roman audiences, and why emperors eventually moved to restrict and ban their participation. SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast ADVERTISE : https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/advertise LEARN MORE: https://www.historyshortspodcast.com/ SPONSORED BY: https://www.podcastrepublic.net/get-it-now

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