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The plague that brought the Roman empire to its knees

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The Ripple Effects of the Antonine Plague on the Roman Empire

This chapter explores the significant effects of the Antonine Plague on the Roman Empire, highlighting its impact on military conflicts, labor loss, and tax revenue. It further examines the ensuing economic instability and civil unrest that paved the way for the empire's transition into the crisis of the third century.

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