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Comment by Jensson

4 months ago

It lasted for many centuries after they ran out of stuff to conquer, so no.

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hermitcrab  4 months ago

The Roman Empire reached its maximum extent under Trajan around 117CE.

The decline began around 180CE to 235CE, depending on where you draw the line. That isn't 'many centuries' in my book.

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