Steampunk Rome II: The Industrial Revolution That Didn’t Happen (And Why Not) – Roman History

from Dead Ideas: The History of Extinct Thoughts and Practices

So why didn't Rome undergo an industrial revolution? Today, we take a look at some of the contributing factors for 18th-century Britain and see how Rome stacks up. Be sure to support the show at www.patreon.com/deadideaspod to get your portrait drawn! Custom map of Rome by Adam McKithern. Music by Rachel Westhoff. Maps, pics, references and more at www.deadideas.net.

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