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A good decision, Mike. I hope someday you take up the mic once again.
Congratulations to you and Mrs History-of-Rome!
Thank-you for all your work for these years. Your voice has been a comforting companion as the seasons passed.
My own son - Atticus - turns two this Saturday. I'll make sure he knows he owes his name to you (and Harper Lee).
Commented Mar 29, 2012 on 173- The Broken Bow at The History of Rome
173- The Broken Bow
In the early 450s a string of deaths changed the political dynamic of Roman world. Between 450 and 455 Galla Placidia, Aelia Pulcheria, Atilla the Hun, Flavius Aetius and Valentinian III would all die- leaving the stage wide open for the next generation of leaders. Also, an announcment. 173- T...
Another great episode.
I've loved this podcast for years now...are we nearing the end so soon?
But I for one am interested in hearing your take on American History, as you've discussed before.
Cheers
Commented Aug 16, 2011 on 147- Capitulation at The History of Rome
147- Capitulation
Jovian extracted the Roman legions from the east at a heavy price. He then ruled the Empire for eight months before suddenly dying on his way to Constantinople in early 364. 147- Capitulation
I too am fascinated by the economics of this time period. I loved all the tidbits you gave us about Diocletian's reforms.
Commented Jul 27, 2011 on 144- The Road to Constantinople at The History of Rome
144- The Road to Constantinople
Once he was established as a force to be reckoned with in the west, Julian revolted against Constantius II in 360 after the Emperor ordered half the Gallic army redeployed to the eastern frontier. 144- The Road to Constantinople
Thanks Nicole. I'll pick it up!
Commented Jul 5, 2011 on 142- You've Earned It at The History of Rome
142- You've Earned It
After two years of sporadic war, Constantius II defeated the usurper Magnentius in 353. Following his victory the Emperor let his advisors talk him into executing first Gallus in 354 and then Claudius Silvanus in 355. 142- You've Earned It
Anyone read Gore Vidal's "Julian"?
We're coming up quickly on this emperor, and this book came up briefly in another podcast I listen to (http://www.abc.net.au/rn/philosopherszone/stories/2011/3237626.htm).
Commented Jul 4, 2011 on 142- You've Earned It at The History of Rome
142- You've Earned It
After two years of sporadic war, Constantius II defeated the usurper Magnentius in 353. Following his victory the Emperor let his advisors talk him into executing first Gallus in 354 and then Claudius Silvanus in 355. 142- You've Earned It
These Praetorians are a fickle bunch.
Didn't anyone try to mitigate their power in some way? Such as rotating members of the urban cohort through frontier legions, or creating several competing legions of Praetorians so that power couldn't coalesce?
Cheers,
R
Commented Jun 18, 2010 on 98- Purchasing Power at The History of Rome
98- Purchasing Power
After Commodus was assassinated, Pertinax reigned for 86 days. He was murdered by the Praetorian Guard in March 193 and the Imperial throne was auctioned off the highest bidder. 98- Purchasing Power
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