164- The Sack of Rome
The History of Rome - A podcast by Mike Duncan
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After failing to secure a deal with Honorius, Alaric sacked Rome in August of 410. It was the first time the Eternal City had been sacked in 800 years.
The History of Rome - A podcast by Mike Duncan
After failing to secure a deal with Honorius, Alaric sacked Rome in August of 410. It was the first time the Eternal City had been sacked in 800 years.