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Why Rome Actually Fell: Plagues, Slavery, & Ice Age — Kyle Harper

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This chapter explores the critical role of diseases like the bubonic plague in reshaping human history, particularly during the decline of the Roman Empire. It examines the environmental and social transformations caused by pandemics, highlighting the severe impact on ancient populations compared to modern times.

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