The Fall of the Roman Empire Flashcards
1
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Inflation
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A drastic drop in the value of money coupled with a rise in prices.
2
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Mercenary
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A foreign soldier who fought for money.
3
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Diocletian
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He became the new emperor in A.D. 284. He was strong-willed and controlled the empire by dividing it.
4
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Constantinople
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The city of Constantine and a common place of trade.
5
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Attila
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A powerful chieftain who terrorized both halves of the empire with his 100,000 soldiers.
