The Fall of Rome Podcast

12: The Fall of the Roman Economy

Feb 17, 2017
Explore the marvel of the Roman economy and how it supported monumental buildings and a large army. Discover the reasons behind its decline, including a shift in trade, restricted travel, and the role of infrastructure. Learn about the impact on different regions, such as Roman Britain and its collapse of market towns. Understand the consequences of the fall of the Roman state on the economy and the contraction of trade networks.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Decline of the Roman Economy
02:02 • 15min
3
The Role of Infrastructure in the Roman Economy
17:03 • 3min
4
The Decline of the Roman Economy
19:58 • 11min
5
The Collapse of Roman Britain's Economy
31:13 • 3min
6
The Impact of the Fall of the Roman State on the Economy
34:11 • 11min