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The Dark Ages

History 102 with WhatifAltHist's Rudyard Lynch and Austin Padgett

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Exploring the Factors Behind the Fall of the Roman Empire

This chapter delves into the multifaceted factors that led to the decline of the Roman Empire, focusing on socio-economic and cultural influences. It presents theories of collapse, emphasizing a gradual decline rather than a singular cause, highlighting the roles of stagnation, inequality, and a shift towards a theocratic command economy.

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