1. The Fall of the Roman Empire (476 CE)
The Western Roman Empire’s dramatic collapse in 476 CE was precipitated by a confluence of internal corruption, economic malaise, and relentless barbarian invasions (history.com). These factors eroded the empire’s stability, leading to its eventual disintegration and marking the transition to the Middle Ages. This decline mirrors other imperial falls, such as the decline of the Byzantine Empire and the fall of the Aztec Empire, where internal weaknesses and external pressures led to their downfall.
