The Western Tradition - Episode 13 - The Decline of Rome (1989)

#WesternTradition #EugenWeber #AncientRome Episode 13 of 52 “While enemies slashed at Rome’s borders, civil war and economic collapse destroyed the empire from within.“ Release date: 1989 Produced by: WGBH Boston Covering the ancient world through the age of technology, this illustrated lecture by Eugene Weber presents a tapestry of political and social events woven with many strands — religion, industry, agriculture, demography, government, economics, and art. A visual feast of over 2,700 images from the Metropolitan Museum of Art portrays key events that shaped the development of Western thought, culture, and tradition. This series is also valuable for teachers seeking to review the subject matter. Series Info: About Eugen Weber: Full show transcripts: Follow The Chronicler’s Tale Website - https://t