Reconstruction of Smyrna by Emperor Marcus Aurelius Following the Plea of Aelius Aristides (178 AD)
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Reconstruction of Smyrna (178 AD) established how Aelius Aristides persuaded Emperor Marcus Aurelius to rebuild the ruined city of Smyrna.
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Historical event · MS 178 — MS 180 · Culture and memory
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- Roman era