Overview
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Dive into a comprehensive six-part video series exploring the tumultuous Third Century Crisis of the Roman Empire. Learn about the political instability, economic turmoil, and military challenges that nearly brought Rome to its knees. Follow the rise of key figures like Aurelian and Diocletian, and understand their attempts to stabilize the empire through reforms and the establishment of the Tetrarchy. Examine the Great Persecution of Christians and its impact on Roman society. Conclude with a musical episode that encapsulates the era's struggles. Gain insights into this pivotal period that reshaped the Roman world and set the stage for the empire's eventual transformation.
Syllabus
Rome & The Third Century Crisis - Taking A Stab At It - Extra History - #1.
Third Century Crisis - Enter Aurelian - Extra History - #2.
Third Century Crisis - Not Diocletian - Extra History - #3.
Third Century Crisis - The Tetrarchy - Extra History - #4.
Third Century Crisis - The Great Persecution - Extra History - #5.
Third Century Crisis - Lies - Extra History.
♫ Third Century Crisis - "Hold the Phalanx!" - Extra History Music.
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