| Fall of the Roman Empire Causes and Effects Chart |
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| Short- and long-term causes and effects chart wherein students note the reasons for the Roman Empire's collapse and fall, for grades 7-12. Click here to print. Answers will vary. |
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Causes of the Fall of the Roman Empire:
Economic Decline: The Roman economy faced issues such as high taxation, inflation, devaluation of currency, and reliance on slave labor, which strained resources. Military Challenges: Constant invasions by barbarian tribes and external threats from the Huns and Vandals put immense pressure on the Roman military. Political Instability: Frequent changes in leadership, including assassinations and usurpations, led to political instability and a lack of effective governance. Social and Moral Decline: Corruption, decadence, and moral decay weakened the social fabric of the empire, eroding the sense of civic duty. Overexpansion: The vast size of the empire made it difficult to defend and administer efficiently, leading to overextension. Effects of the Fall of the Roman Empire: Division of the Empire: The Roman Empire split into the Western Roman Empire and the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine Empire) in 285 CE. End of Ancient Rome: The fall marked the end of ancient Roman dominance in the West, with the Western Roman Empire collapsing in 476 CE. Barbarian Kingdoms: Barbarian tribes carved out their kingdoms in former Roman territories, leading to the emergence of new European states. Decline in Trade and Economy: The fall of Rome led to a decline in trade, economic stagnation, and the collapse of infrastructure. Shift to Feudalism: The feudal system emerged in response to the breakdown of central authority, with local lords exerting control over territories. Cultural Transformation: Roman culture and institutions merged with the cultures of the Germanic, Celtic, and other peoples, leading to the formation of new European cultures. Continuation in the East: The Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine Empire) continued for several more centuries, preserving Roman traditions in the East. |
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