What natural disaster was Pliny the Elder investigating when he died?
Eruption of Mount Vesuvius
Earthquake in Pompeii
Flood in Rome
Fire in Herculaneum
Answer
The eruption of Mount Vesuvius claimed the life of Pliny the Elder, a Roman author and naturalist. Pliny was investigating the disaster when he was overcome by toxic gases or pyroclastic flows. His death serves as a tragic reminder of the unpredictable nature of natural disasters and the risks faced by those who study them.
Decoding Pliny the Elder: A Journey Through Ancient Rome's Intellectual Legacy
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