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The Fall of Rome Podcast
25: Tides of History: The Decline and Fall of the Roman City
Nov 14, 2017
Explore the decline and fall of Roman cities, including their role in shaping the Roman world, challenges faced during the crisis of the third century, factors contributing to their decline, and the impact of the capture of North Africa on the Western half of the Roman Empire. Also, learn about the rise of the modern world and late medieval economic explosion.
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- The decline and fall of Roman cities had a significant impact on the empire, affecting the economy, administration, and identity of the Romans.
- The survival or decline of Roman cities was influenced by factors such as trade networks, state support, and political stability, with some cities adapting and others falling into irrelevance.
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The Decline of Roman Cities
The podcast explores the decline of Roman cities and how it affected the empire. It discusses how cities were essential for the Roman economy and the interconnectedness of trade. The episode highlights the importance of cities in Roman identity and administration, as well as their role in providing necessary goods and services. It also delves into the factors that contributed to the decline of Roman cities, such as epidemics, barbarian invasions, political instability, and economic issues. The episode emphasizes the varied impact of the decline, with some cities adapting and surviving while others fell into irrelevance.
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