20min chapter

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The Fall of Roman Britain

The Ancients

CHAPTER

Economic Disparities and Social Dynamics in Roman Britain

This chapter explores the stark contrasts between the economic and social structures of northern and southern Roman Britain around 400 AD. It discusses the wealth of the southern regions compared to the military-dominated north, along with the complexities of local elites' interactions with both civilians and the military. The conversation also addresses the historical context of invasions and raiding, highlighting the significance of coin hoarding as a response to insecurity during this turbulent period.

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