may 7, 476 - The Fall of the Roman Empire and Rome: 476 AD
Description:
Western Rome falls to Odoacer, a German Goth, when he took over Rome, signifiying the fall of Rome. The Eastern Empire continued on, now known as the Byzantine Empire, the Roman Empire is no more. Marks the end of one of the most powerful empires of all time.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 7, 476
Now
~ 1550 years ago