“Hell was a more beautiful sight to behold.”

We explore the story of the 1527 Sack of Rome, The 9/11 of the 16th Century.

Learn about this momentous event as we explore the motivations of the Duke of Bourbon to the effects on the Pope and the people of Rome – and discover how it shaped the course of European history.

Listen to learn how a squabble between two proud men could destroy one of The World's most famous cities.

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