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Marcus Aurelius and the Grain Crisis of Rome
While Marcus Aurelius is remembered for his philosophical meditations and wars on the Danube, he also faced a silent enemy that threatened to starve the capital: the grain supply. In this episode, we explore the logistical nightmare of the Annona, Rome's vital bread distribution system. Lucas and Luna discuss how the Antonine Plague disrupted trade routes from Alexandria and Egypt, causing panic in Ostia and chaos in the Forum. We look at the role of the Curator Annonae, the man tasked with keeping the wheels turning when ships were delayed or harvests failed. Through the eyes of…
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