
Episode CCXXXIII - The Rise of Diocles (Diocletian I)
Emperors of Rome
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Intro
This chapter examines Diocletian's ascent from humble beginnings to a key role in Roman history, with a focus on source material from the 4th century. It highlights the critical perspectives of Christian historians like Lactantius and Eusebius, particularly regarding the Great Persecution and the tensions between Roman authority and early Christianity.
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