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The Last Roman Emperors

The Ancients

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Military Decline and Political Chaos in Late Rome

This chapter examines the decline of the Roman military's recruitment and infrastructure, highlighting the increasing reliance on barbarian allies. It also explores the impact of political instability following the assassination of Valentinian III, revealing how power dynamics shifted amid military struggles and territorial losses.

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