Some scientists say lead poisoning led to the fall of the Roman Empire

There is no polity more storied in the west than the Roman Empire, but could its fall have really been caused by its choice of plumbing material?
Gizmodo

Scientists Link Mysterious Icelandic Rocks to ‘Little’ Ice Age—and Rome’s Downfall

The unexpected discovery of Greenland rocks in Iceland hints that a centuries-long cold snap may have helped finish off the Western Roman Empire. Reading time 3 minutes Many historians agree that the ...

How the Fall of the Roman Empire Made Animals Smaller

There’s a saying that, when Rome falls, the whole world will fall. Which frankly seems a little melodramatic and egotistical ...
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New historical 4X game Yield Fall of Rome is like a faster Civilization 6

I love finding, playing, and sharing videogames that involve ancient history. Whether it's sailing the seas of the Aegean in Assassin's Creed Odyssey, making tactical decisions in Total War, or even ...
PBS

The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum

The Colosseum: the jewel of Ancient Rome. It wowed vast crowds with extraordinary battles. It pushed the boundaries of technology. It exhibited Rome’s vast wealth and power. Roman leaders spread the ...