Why did the Romans leave Britain?
In this lesson we will learn about why the Romans left Britain. We will begin by looking at why the Roman Empire was split in two and then explore the reasons why Roman soldiers began to leave Britain. Finally we will look at the different causes of the collapse of the Roman Empire.
Why did the Romans leave Britain?
In this lesson we will learn about why the Romans left Britain. We will begin by looking at why the Roman Empire was split in two and then explore the reasons why Roman soldiers began to leave Britain. Finally we will look at the different causes of the collapse of the Roman Empire.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The collapse of the Roman Empire
- How the empire had become too big to support itself
- The Vandals, Huns, Visigoths and Goths