The violent cycle of assassination that nearly collapsed the Roman Empire
In short: Historian Anthony Kaldellis explores a period of extreme instability where the murder of emperors became a systemic crisis. This video examines how political violence threatened to dismantle the very foundations of the Roman state.
The presentation focuses on the recurring phenomenon of imperial assassination and its role in nearly destroying the Roman Empire. It provides historical context on how these acts of violence were not merely isolated crimes but part of a broader systemic crisis that challenged the continuity of Roman governance.
Kaldellis, an expert in Byzantine history and Late Antiquity, contextualizes these events within the larger trajectory of Roman political life. The discussion highlights why understanding these violent transitions is essential for grasping the survival mechanisms of the empire.
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