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#254: The Fall of Rome

The Art of Manliness

CHAPTER

The Split and Legacy of the Roman Empire

This chapter explores the historical division of the Roman Empire into the Western and Eastern segments, focusing on key events leading to the split in 395 AD. It emphasizes the contrasting fortunes of the two empires, particularly how the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine Empire) thrived while the Western Empire faced fragmentation and eventual collapse. The narrative also highlights significant battles, cultural shifts, and the influential roles of figures like Theodosius and Justinian in shaping the trajectory of both realms.

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