Reasons for Rome's Decline In 476 AD the fall of the greatest civilization to date occurred, leaving a sad empire that would never regain its power. The fall of Rome arose for many reasons including an economic catastrophe, a military disaster, and an empire that was too large to control. In the end, the Roman Empire died a legacy that would never be forgotten. When the Roman Empire began it was known for its economic success, …showed first 75 words of 652 total…

…showed last 75 words of 652 total…recover. Rome had many reasons for its decline but I also think it was about time for the empire to come to an end. Instead of asking why the Roman Empire was destroyed, people should be asking why it lasted so long. The military, economics, and size of the empire were the main reasons for the "fall" but Rome will always be remembered for many other magnificent things, and the greatest empire of all time!