The Plague of Athens

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A History of Pandemics

Megan Wang

11 episodes

6 days ago

Welcome to A History of Pandemics! Every month, delve into the history of the world's most infamous epidemics and pandemics. Each outbreak will be analyzed of its background, causes, and its impact on society. The perfect podcast for those who want to dive into the intersection of science and history!

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The Plague of Athens

A History of Pandemics

20 minutes 13 seconds

4 years ago

The Plague of Athens

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