The Second Century: Trends & Neighbors

In this second end of century episode, we discuss the process of "provincialization" which came to fruition during the 2nd century.

We also check up on two neighbors of Rome: The Parthians of Persia and the German tribes across the Rhine and Danube Rivers. Both of these neighbors will present an even greater danger to Rome in the 3rd century, than they did in the 2nd. Understanding the long term causes of their new aggression towards, and success against, Rome will be useful.