empire, 284-476

A collection of essays that discuss the factors that led to the fall of Rome and explain how the fall of Rome influenced world history.

Discusses some of the causes that may have led to the end of the Roman Empire, including changes in population, economic decay, class and religious divisions, and military conquest.

Discusses some of the causes that may have led to the end of the Roman Empire, including changes in population, economic decay, class and religious divisions, and military conquest.

Unable to adjust to his life as a hostage in Constantinople, Ruric, a young Visigoth, escapes back to his tribe and participates in the battle that brought a major victory to his people.

Presents opposing viewpoints on the fall of the Roman Empire and its causes.

Presents a comprehensive analysis of the events that contributed to the fall of the Roman Empire including political and religious issues, their failing economy, and invasion by the northern Germanic tribes.