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Gibbon

Historian referenced as a commentator on these events.

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Also known as the more portly Mr. Gibbon, Mr. Gibbon, Edward Gibbon

First appearance: foreword by the historian

Gibbon first appears in 0001 foreword by the historian.

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PHPhotiusTHTheodosiusPRProcopiusTHTheodoraJUJustinianGIGibbon

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  • Historical Figures and Narrator
  • Justinian's Court Intriguers
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