The Roman Empire didn't vanish in the 5th century
In short: Most history books treat the fall of Rome as a single, dramatic collapse in 476 CE. This video challenges that narrative by exploring how the Eastern Roman Empire survived for another millennium.
While the Western Roman Empire succumbed to barbarian invasions in 476 CE, the Eastern Roman Empire—centered in Constantinople—persisted for an additional 1,000 years. These rulers continued to identify as Romans, maintaining the empire's legacy well into the medieval period.
The video examines the reign of Justinian and other Byzantine emperors, contrasting the East with the West. It also touches on cultural nuances of the era, including the split between the Orthodox and Catholic churches and the unique social dynamics of the time.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Fall of The Roman Empire...in the 15th Century: Crash Course World History #12
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