The Plague of Athens
May 01, 2021•20 min•Ep. 5
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Episode description
The Plague of Athens killed off more than a quarter of the Athenian population and was the single largest loss of life in Ancient Greek history. However, despite its significant impact, the identity of the disease is still a mystery. Join Megan as she walks through the historical context of the plague and attempts to identify the disease.
Music
Kevin Macleod - Ancient Rite
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