In 280 AD, Emperor Probus encouraged agriculture and viticulture in Gaul, blending military discipline with civic renewal during a fragile period in the Roman Empire.

Probus in the Vineyards of Gaul: Cultivating Empire, 280 AD
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In 280 AD, Emperor Probus encouraged agriculture and viticulture in Gaul, blending military discipline with civic renewal during a fragile period in the Roman Empire.
Explore how Romans grew, harvested, and crafted wine in the 1st century AD—turning viticulture into an industry and symbol of civilization.
Discover the lives of Roman slaves in 1st-century vineyards—harvesting grapes, producing wine, and fueling an empire’s economy.