How Dirty was Ancient Rome? Pestilence and Disease in the City

Let's explore the dirty side of Ancient Rome, metropolis teeming with people. in a crowded capital city. How did Romans deal with dirt and disease? What were the effects of the aqueducts, baths, and cloaca maxima? Let's explore the ins and outs of living in a city, struck by pestilence and disease throughout its long history, and how the Romans dealt with it!
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[@MomentsinItaly]

Great content!

[@AncientRomeLive]

Thank you! One of our earlier webinars- I think it's safe to say the more recent ones are even better!

[@lisashears1399]

Thank you that was fab xx