
21: Rome's Legacy and the Barbarian Kingdoms
The Fall of Rome Podcast
Utilizing Roman Inspiration for New Barbarian Kingdoms
The formation of post-imperial barbarian kingdoms was a blend of old practices from beyond the frontier and new concepts adapted within a Roman framework. Post-imperial kingship heavily relied on Roman-inspired elements due to their familiarity and accessibility to the Roman populace. The new barbarian kings resembled emperors significantly, as seen in the structural and institutional models they adopted.
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