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The Fall of Rome & Modern Parallels - Coggle Diagram
The Fall of Rome & Modern Parallels
Began many centuries ago
Agricultural based society
In the 2nd century, large scale businesses made their appearance
Italy became urbanized
People from many lands were attracted by vibrant growth
Governing prosperity was made possible by a general climate of free enterprise, limited government, respect for private property
Remarkable Achievements
Made in sanitation, public parks, banking, education, architecture
Cities had mass production of consumer items
Stock market
Rome became centre of world's wealth
Government Bread
Central government also assumed the responsibility of providing the people with entertainment
Few people will bite hand that feeds them
Provide cardle to grave care for citizenry
Foreign policy
Become one of weakness and appeasement
In the 3,4,5 centuries
High taxes
Lead the industries for bankruptcy
Middle class was taxed out of existences
Industries of economy fell under government dominance
Fall
Increased slavery & poverty
Changes of ideas in romans
Abandoned the self responsibilty
Ended on 5th century
Greatest civilisation of ancient time
5-8 century
Expired more than 1500 years ago
Natural disasters
Series of natural disasters and plaques
Caused great damage