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Ancient Rome's Food Shortages Driven by Logistics, Not Climate

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A new study reveals that food shortages in ancient Rome were primarily caused by logistical challenges in transporting grain to the capital, rather than climate factors like heat, cold, drought, or heavy rainfall. Researchers found no significant correlation between weather conditions and reported food shortages.

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