096- The Most Aptly Named Emperor

096- The Most Aptly Named Emperor

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097- The Fall of Hercules

Commodus went off the deep end around 190 AD and was finally killed by his inner circle in 192.

 

098- Purchasing Power

After Commodus was assassinated, Pertinax reigned for 86 days. He was murdered by the Praetorian Guard in March 193 and the Imperial throne was auctioned off the highest bidder. 

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