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The Fall of Rome

The Fall of Rome. Unit 1 Chapter 5 Section 5. The Split of Rome. Constantine’s new project – A new Roman capital The new capital comes with the split of the Roman Empire Rome – Western Roman Empire Polytheism (Multiple Gods) Constantinople – Eastern Roman Empire Christianity (Single God).

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The Fall of Rome

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  1. The Fall of Rome Unit 1 Chapter 5 Section 5

  2. The Split of Rome • Constantine’s new project – A new Roman capital • The new capital comes with the split of the Roman Empire • Rome – Western Roman Empire • Polytheism (Multiple Gods) • Constantinople – Eastern Roman Empire • Christianity (Single God)

  3. The Germanic Tribes Move In • The Huns, lead by Attila the Hun move in to Eastern Europe • The Huns force other groups to move west and into Rome • Rome is sacked (partially destroyed) throughout the 400’s CE • 476 CE – Romulus Augustulus removed from power • Seen as the date when Rome falls

  4. Why Did Rome Fall – The Theories • Treatment of Christians • Lead Poisoning • Non-Romans and Non-Italians coming to power • Plague • Lack of technological development • Couldn’t create a workable political system

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