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The End of the Romans

Season 18 Episode 6 | 54m 56s

Is history repeating Itself? Follow an in-depth investigation into the real causes of the decline of the Roman Empire. Three deadly epidemics and climate change could have caused its collapse — drawing frightening parallels to today.

Aired: 10/25/22 | Expires: 07/31/23
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