The plague that brought the Roman empire to its knees
History Extra podcast
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This chapter examines the Roman Empire's prosperity around 165 AD under emperors Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus, highlighting economic stability and cultural cohesion. It sets the context for the disruptive impact of the imminent Antonine Plague on this thriving civilization.
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