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The Empire in Crisis

Explore the turbulent period of the Roman Empire with 26 emperors reigning in 50 years, marked by high taxes, persecution of Christians, and invasions by the Huns and Visigoths. Learn why Rome fell, from mercenaries to societal decadence.

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The Empire in Crisis

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  1. The Empire in Crisis • 26 Emperors reigned in a 50 year period. • Only 1 died of natural causes • High taxes

  2. Poor farmers were bound to the land.

  3. Diocletian • “The Great Persecution of Christians”

  4. Constantine • Built a new capital along the Bosporous Strait.

  5. The Huns slice up pieces of the empire. • The Visigoths attack the Western Roman Empire.

  6. Attila the Hun • Led “the Scourge of God”

  7. Odoacer • Ousted the last Roman Emperor in 476 A.D.

  8. Why did Rome Fall? • Mercenaries hired who had little loyalty to Rome. • High taxes and poverty. • Rich dedicated their lives to luxury and self-interest.

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