Vesuvius destroyed Pompeii, Herculaneum and surrounding communities in a volcanic eruption on this day in the year 79. For more of the story, check out the October 9, 2009, episode of Stuff You Missed in History Class, "Pompeii: Lost and Found." 

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<p>Vesuvius destroyed Pompeii, Herculaneum and surrounding communities in a volcanic eruption on this day in the year 79. For more of the story, check out the October 9, 2009, episode of Stuff You Missed in History Class, "Pompeii: Lost and Found." </p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

Vesuvius destroyed Pompeii and Herculaneum on this day in the year 79.

Vesuvius Destroyed Pompeii and Herculaneum - Aug. 24, 79

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