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Downstream: What the Roman Empire Tells Us About the Collapse of the West W/ Peter Heather and John Rapley

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The Fall of Rome: Lessons for Today

This chapter examines the complexities behind the collapse of the Roman Empire, arguing that governance challenges, rather than economic decline, were pivotal to its downfall. It draws parallels between historical events and modern geopolitical dynamics, particularly in terms of the evolving relationships between nations. Additionally, the discussion highlights the implications of these historical lessons for contemporary issues like immigration and economic structures.

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