Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Fall of the Roman Empire
In this article, you will see the reasons and developments that led to the decline and fall of the Roman Empire. An official state religion, the splitting of the empire into two parts, and the invasion of various people groups are...
Friesian School
Fresian School: Decadence of Roman History
This site, which is provided for by the Fresian School, gives a discussion of the Roman Empire, the decadence of the emperors and citizens, the coming of Christianity, the pagan hordes, and "scrupulous observance of the privileges of...
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Table of Contents
The complete text of a 1901 textbook on Roman history by William C. Morey. However, the work is still useful today as if covers all the basic information about Rome from its earliest beginnings through the Republic and later the Empire.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Decline of the Empire: The Times of the Severi
In this entry from Morey's 1901 textbook the decline of the Roman Empire is presented. The Severi emperors ranged from bad to worse, with the exception of Alexander Severus.
Other
United Nations of Roma Victrix: Roman History
This is a huge site covering every aspect of Roman history and culture from the humble beginnings of Rome to the decline of the Empire. Use the table of contents to reach your specific focus.
Other
The Romans: The Fall of Rome
Trivia, artifacts, and the history of the fall of the Roman Empire.
Franco Cavazzi
The Roman Empire: Marcus Licinius Crassus (D. 53 Bc)
This site explains how Crassus gained power in Rome, raised an army, became governor of Syria, and was eventually murdered.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Decline of the Empire: The Illyrian Emperors
In this article from the 1901 textbook by William Morey, you can read that the Roman empire had a period of stability before its further decline.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Decline of the Empire: Disintegration of Empire
This article from Morey's 1901 textbook recounts the attacks on the Roman Empire by the Sassinids from the east and the Germanic barbarians from the north.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Reorganization of Empire: The Reign of Constantine
In this entry from William Morey's 1901 textbook you will read about Constantine and the changes he made that had a lasting effect on the Roman Empire.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Reorganization of Empire: The Reign of Diocletian
The reign of Diocletian is discussed in this article from William Morey's 1901 textbook. Check out the chart that shows how the Roman Empire was split into East and West.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: The Fall of the Roman Empire
Article ending with a short quiz for kids gives an overview of the weakening and eventual fall of the Roman Empire.
A&E Television
History.com: How Julius Caesar's Assassination Triggered the Fall of the Roman Republic
In the first weeks of 44 B.C., Caesar was proclaimed "dictator for life." His life, though, wouldn't last much longer. Fearful that the concentration of absolute power in a single man threatened the republic's democratic institutions,...
Other
Explore the Med: The Fall of the Roman Empire
Read here about the crumbling and unfortunate collapse of the Western Roman Empire. Developments including the Plague of Cyprian, the splitting of the empire into two parts and the invasion of barbarian people groups led to its demise.
Other
Passages From Gibbon's "Decline and Fall"
Here are hundreds of excerpts from Gibbon's famous history of Rome, chosen "because of the literary wit and beauty that they contain."
Ducksters
Ducksters: Ancient Rome for Kids: The Fall of Rome
A website with information for students to learn about the decline and fall of Ancient Rome. The western Roman Empire fell in 476 AD.
Other
Willamette Coin Club: The Times and Coinage of Diocletian: 284 305 a.d.
A description of the massive job facing Diocletian when he assumed the leadership of the Roman Empire, and how he developed the tetrarchy. There is also information about Roman coinage.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Ancient History Sourcebook: Ammianus Marcellinus (C.330 395 Ce)
Fordham University provides translation of a commentary by the Greek historian Ammianus Marcellinus that criticizes everything about the 4th century Roman life, from overeating to bad driving.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Byzantine Empire
Wikipedia entry on the Byzantine Empire addresses its history, the split with Rome, invasions and migrations from the East, its culture, and the empire's eventual decline and fall.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Quiz: Fall of Rome for Kids
History Questions: Fall of Rome Quiz, Test, and WebQuest
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Alaric
Encyclopedia entry provides detail about Alaric and the sack of Rome. Includes photos, timeline and links to further reading.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: The Byzantine Empire, 312 1453
This page contains a timeline of the Byzantine Empire from its formation to its decline. Click on each heading for more in-depth information regarding that specific time period of the Empire.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Alaric the Visigoth
History for Kids presents overview of the Visigoth leader, Alaric I, who rose to prominence in the Roman Army and is responsible for the sack of Rome. Teacher resources included.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Attila the Hun
History of Attila, leader of the Hunnic Empire during the 5th Century, known for his firece and ruthless ways in war. Site includes links to worksheets, activities and quizzes.