Fall of the Western Roman Empire from "summary" of History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon
The decline and fall of the Western Roman Empire can be attributed to a combination of internal and external factors that gradually weakened the once mighty empire. One of the main internal factors was the rampant corruption and inefficiency within the Roman government. The bureaucracy had become bloated and corrupt, leading to widespread abuse of power and mismanagement of resources. This weakened the empire's ability to govern effectively and respond to external threats. Another internal factor was the decline of the Roman military. The once formidable legions had become weakened and demoralized, making them less effective in defending the empire against invading barbarian tribes. The reliance on mercenaries and foreign soldiers further weakened the military's loyalty and effectiveness. External factors also played a significant role in the fall of the Western Roman Empire. The empire faced constant attacks from barb...
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