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The Late Roman Empire
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In the 3rd century AD the empire suffered so many invasions that it almost collapsed. It was saved by a series of soldier-emperors who restored the empire's defences. The rule of these emperors was harsh. Taxes were high to pay for the defences, and tax collectors were ruthless.
Christians had been persecuted in the early empire. But in 313 AD the emperor Constantine became a Christian. He built churches and helped spread the religion. Within 100 years most Roman subjects were Christians.
(A) BUREAUCRATS
Officials were needed to collect taxes and keep records of spending.
(B) CLOTHING
The toga was no longer fashionable. Romans now wore rich and colourful clothes.
(C) EMPEROR
The emperor was a figure of awesome majesty. The Christian emperors claimed to rule the empire as Christ's deputies.
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Book:
The Romans
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Section:
The Romans
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Chapter:
The Late Roman Empire
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