The Western Tradition – Episode 14 – The Fall of Rome (1989)

“Despite the success of emperors such as Hadrian and Marcus Aurelius, Rome fell victim to barbarian invasions.”

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Episode 14 of 52

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: https://www.learner.org/resources/series58.html
About Eugen Weber: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eugen_Weber
Full show transcripts: https://www.learner.org/resources/transcripts/WesternTradition/