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Mar 2024
42m 27s

POMPEII – Tragedy Frozen in Time

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Pompeii - is an ancient Roman city near modern Naples, Italy, famously preserved in time by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. Its ruins offer a haunting glimpse into daily life, frozen in the moment of destruction, making it a horrifying yet historical site. Discover more TERRIFYING podcasts at http://eeriecast.com/ Follow Carman Carrio ... Show More
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