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The rise of Christianity split the Roman empire. Constantine made it legal, but many Romans thought that the Christians should be persecuted.

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Rome during its decline was defeated by many enemies, including many Germanic groups and the Huns.

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Rome had to endure many rulers over a short period of time, and lots of those rulers were not effective, causing social uprisings and revolts.

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During the Pax Romana, the government taxed its citizens higher and higher, causing social disturbence.

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During the Pax Romana, the government taxed its citizens higher and higher, causing social disturbence.

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The soil had been depleted of its nutrients, making it hard to grow the food they needed.  The land had also been destroyed by war.

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Since soldiers did not want to fight willingly, Rome used Mercenaries to fill the ranks. They did not care about Rome, just about money, which contributed to a lose of loyalty in soldiers.

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Soldiers and people were starting to lose their loyalty and trust in Rome.

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The multiple and quick change between rulers causes instability in the Roman government.

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Julius Caesar was killed by members of the senate because they were afraid and threatened by his power, an example of civil war between leaders.

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The government coined money to pay for the wars and damage,, causing the inflation that lead to the Roman demise.

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As the rich people got richer, the poor people got poorer, which impacted the economy.