Letter to the editor: Fall of Roman Empire
The Roman Empire is said to have lasted from about 27 BC to 476 AD. There were many reasons why it fell, but three stand out:
• Overspending and military expansion. Check.
• Political instability. Check.
• Migration of the Huns ( open borders ). Check.
Tony Pittore
Penn Township, Westmoreland County
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