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King Totila's sacking of Rome in 546 also included the destruction of aqueducts.

On this day in history: The Sacking of Rome in 546

December 17, 2024December 17, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On 17th December 546, Rome fell to the Ostrogoths under King Totila in a brutal event that marked one of the many tragedies during the Gothic War (535-554). The sacking of Rome was a result of the prolonged conflict between the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine Empire) and the Ostrogoths for control of Italy.