Debate Over the Fall of the Roman Empire
Rome fell for numerous reasons. Many feel it was a combination of such factors as Christianity, decadence and military problems. Others feel the rise of Islam played a major role in the fall of the Roman Empire.
The Middle Ages followed directly after the fall of the Roman Empire. The Middle Ages lasted for approximately 900 years. It is thought to have begun around 486 AD. and lasted till around 1400 AD. Many historians agree, the Middle Ages began when the barbarian Odoacer overthrew Emperor Romulus Augustus.
The years known as the "Dark Ages" were 500 AD. to 1000 AD. During this time the Vikings were invading much of Europe. Pagan worshiping was the common form of religion. The period known as the "High Middle Ages" followed in the years 1000 AD. to 1300 AD.
The feudal system became organized during this time. The Christian Church also became the leading power of Europe during the High Middle Ages. The period known as the "Late Middle Ages" was from 1300 AD. to 1400 AD. The 100 Years' War between England and France took place during this period.
The Black Death took many lives throughout Europe and overseas exploration began. This period of the Late Middle Ages led to the beginning of modern times.
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Post a CommentReally the Roman Empire never declined till mid 15th century when the Ottoman Empire besieged and conquered the Romans at Constatinople. Then move ahead to the modern era 500 years to late 19th century and the Romanians declared its independence and was a sovern country once more. But as for 476 AD, it was the decline of the staggered Western Roman Empire. The Roman Empire, also known as East Roman Empire or more reconized as the Byzantine Empire flouished till the 13th century when the Turks moved into Asia Minor(modern Turkey). In the Siege of Constatinople, 1453 AD, Constatines sister married Ivan III and Moscow is know as the 3rd Rome and the Russians is the true heirs to the Roman throne. Now the Romans are know as Romanians, and have grown into with many Slavic peoples of Bulgaria and Romania(modern Rome). Romans are the first modern country and have had a long history(2300 years approximately) of struggle into the 21st century.
hmmm...christianity, corpulent consumerism (decadence) and yes, christianity and decadence seem to flourish fairly well together..throw in military problems-at the edge of the empire and close to home-incompetent leadership, interesting.. (I would discount the rise of Islam as Mohammed wasn't even born yet) could be in relation to the Roman Empire, could be in relation to the American Corporate Empire. That is why it is so important to stop religious fascists (wherever you find them) from bringing more "Dark Ages" to the world..