- 476 - Wikipedia
Because the fall of the Western Roman Empire occurred in 476, many historians consider it the last year of ancient history and the first year of the Middle Ages in Europe [1][2]
- 476 AD: The Fall of Rome and the Birth of the Dark Ages
In 476 AD, the unthinkable happened—the mighty Western Roman Empire crumbled, sending shockwaves across Europe The deposition of the last emperor, Romulus Augustulus, marked not just the fall of Rome but the end of ancient civilization as it was known
- Fall of the Western Roman Empire - World History Encyclopedia
Although historians generally agree on the year of the fall, 476 CE, and its consequences for western civilization, they often disagree on its causes
- The Fall of Rome: When, Why, and How Did Rome Fall?
The fall of Rome and of the Western Roman Empire was a complex process driven by a combination of economic, political, military, and social factors, along with external barbarian invasions It took place over several centuries and culminated in the deposition of the last Roman emperor in 476 CE
- Year 476 AD - Historical Events and Notable People - On This Day
What happened and who was notable in 476 AD? Browse important events, world leaders, notable birthdays, and tragic deaths from the year 476 AD
- Fall of the Roman Empire Timeline - ThoughtCo
The traditional end of the Roman Empire is marked by the deposition of the last emperor in 476 CE Key events include battles, sackings, and the rise of Christianity contributing to the empire's decline
- Fall of the Western Roman Empire - Wikipedia
In 476, the Germanic barbarian king Odoacer deposed the last emperor of the Western Roman Empire in Italy, Romulus Augustulus, and the Senate sent the imperial insignia to the Eastern Roman Emperor Zeno
- September 4, 476: The Fall Of The Roman Empire
On September 4, 476 AD, a defining moment in history marked the end of the Western Roman Empire—a political entity that had dominated the Mediterranean world for centuries
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