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Do societies grow more fragile and vulnerable to collapse?
https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20240424-do-societies-civilisations-grow-old-frail-and-vulnerable-to-collapse
The rise and fall of great powers is a cliche of history. The idea that civilisations, states, or societies grow and decline is a common one. But is it true?
As a group of archaeologists, historians and complexity scientists, we decided to put this idea to the test. We undertook the largest study to date to see if societal ageing can be seen in the historical record.
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@Blue_Skyesr_here
I remember hearing in school that the US is only 250 years old and yet its the worlds longest running democracy. The impression being we've mastered that art and are in the clear 🤔