In this episode of Dave Does History, we unravel the mystery behind the death of Emperor Claudius and the dramatic rise of Nero to the Roman throne. Claudius, the unlikely emperor, overcame a lifetime of being underestimated to expand Rome’s empire and stabilize its government. But his reign ended under suspicious circumstances—was he poisoned by his ambitious wife Agrippina to secure Nero’s ascension? We dive into the intrigue, explore the theories behind Claudius’s death, and look at his legacy as a ruler. Plus, we foreshadow the reign of Nero, a young emperor whose rule would lead Rome down a path of tyranny and chaos. Tune in for a tale of political manipulation, murder, and power plays in ancient Rome.

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