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The Stoic Emperor and the First Germanic Invasions
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the early military campaigns of Marcus Aurelius, focusing on the first major Germanic invasions of the Marcomannic Wars. They discuss the crossing of the Danube by the Marcomanni and Quadi in 166-167 AD, the Roman response led by Marcus and Lucius Verus, the siege of Aquileia, and the strategic use of the Danube fleet. The conversation also touches on the role of the Praetorian Prefect Furius Victorinus and the impact of the Antonine Plague on Rome's military readiness. Lucas provides vivid details of the battles, the Roman defensive tactics, and…
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