epper was first imported into the Roman world from India in the first century AD, although when Egypt became part of the Roman Republic in 30 BC, the use and trade of this spice quickly became very popular. By taking over important trade ports, the Roman Empire started to play a role in world trade, which was quite lively in the Middle East, parts of East Africa, and southern Asia. The ancient author Pliny. He writes about the pepper trade:
SPICING UP THE ROMAN EMPIRE
Aug 22, 2022
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