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Etna Eruption's Global Impact and Influence on Roman History - 44 BCE

Offered By: AGU via YouTube

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Volcanology Courses Climate Change Courses Geology Courses Archaeology Courses Ancient History Courses Roman History Courses Paleoclimatology Courses

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Explore a fascinating press conference from AGU's Fall Meeting 2019 that delves into the potential global impact of a volcanic eruption at Mt. Etna in 44 BCE and its possible influence on events in ancient Rome. Learn about new evidence suggesting this previously underestimated eruption could account for observed global effects, including traces found in ice cores and records of agricultural disasters. Discover insights into a separate study investigating the mysterious fate of residents following a catastrophic eruption on the Greek island of Santorini 3,500 years ago. Hear from researchers Rafael Castro, Krista Evans, and Morgan King as they present their findings on these intriguing historical events and their geological implications in this 30-minute session.

Syllabus

Fall Meeting 2019 Press Conference: Et tu, Etna?


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