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The Roman Empire rose to dominance through its unmatched military discipline, innovative tactics, and engineering brilliance, with legions that conquered vast territories from Britain to the Middle East.
However, even the greatest warriors fall; corruption, overexpansion, and relentless barbarian invasions led to the empire’s decline, culminating in the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD.
Yet, Rome’s legacy endures, shaping military strategy, law, and warfare to this day.