Episode 94 – Flesh Rains Down Upon Thee

The Partial Historians · Jun 6, 2019 · 47m

Episode 94 – Flesh Rains Down Upon Thee

We return to Rome’s narrative from the founding of City. The year c. 462 BCE ends on a high note with the consuls both gathering honours for their military exploits. L. Lucretius Tricipitinus is awarded a triumph for his successes against the Aequii while T. Veturius Geminus scores an ovatio for his part against the Volscii. As for the title of this episode—’Flesh Rains Down Upon Thee’— well, we wouldn’t want to spoil it, but let’s just say it’s best to keep your ears alert for prodigies!

C. 461 BCE is a big…