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175- Trying to Take It All Back

The History of Rome

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The downfall of Magyrian and the end of the Western Empire's resurgence

This chapter explores the tragic downfall of Magyrian, the emperor of the Western Empire, who was held captive, tortured, and eventually beheaded, marking the end of any real resurgence for the empire. It also discusses the debate surrounding the titles of the Last Halfway Decent Emperor of the West between Magyrian and Emphemius.

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