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The End of the Roman Empire

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The Fall of Romulus Augustus and the End of the Western Roman Empire

This chapter details the abdication of Romulus Augustus on September 4th, 476 CE, signifying the collapse of the Western Roman Empire. It explores the rise of Odoacer and the ensuing political chaos, highlighting the empire's fragmentation and its historical consequences.

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