Letters (Westmoreland)

Letter to the editor: Fall of Roman Empire

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By Tribune-Review
1 Min Read Feb. 22, 2019 | 7 years ago
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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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