The Decline of the Roman Empire

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The Decline of the Roman Empire Political Instability: Emperors were corrupt and often assassinated Unpopular new emperors Civil wars – a conflict between people of the same land Western Rome vs. Eastern Rome

The Decline of the Roman Empire Financial Problems Too much money is being spent on protecting the Empire. Inflation-an economic situation in which more money circulates, but the money has less value. Basically coin/paper money becomes worthless. High taxes are being charged by patricians Many people could barely survive

The Decline of the Roman Empire Size of the Empire: The Roman empire had grown to large. Many of the conquered territories regained their independence. The Roman army spent to much time defending its empire instead of conquering. Result: the empire shrank.

The Decline of the Roman Empire Foreign enemies Romans are too busy fighting civil wars among themselves Foreigners invade and rule the land