August 24, 410 C.E.: Visigoths Sack Rome

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On this day in 410 C.E., the Visigoths, led by King Alaric, became the first group of people to sack Rome. For three days, the Visigoths plundered, pillaged—and set the most prosperous city of the ancient world ablaze. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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