When Rome Left England | History of the Middle Ages

When the Roman Empire left Britain, England retained the city of London but was said to be so destitute that residents scavenged among ruins for metal goods as simple as nails for everyday use. National and ethnic identities were up for grabs between the Franks, the Gauls, the Saxons, and more. Grab your phone and get ready to dish on the ultimate celebrity break-up: Rome and England. This video is episode two from the series England: From the Fall of Rome to the Norman Conquest, presented by Jennifer Paxton. Learn more about Middle Ages Britain at https://www.thegreatcourses.com/youtube. 00:00 The Rise and Fall of Roman Britain 04:30 Hadrian's Wall Is Constructed 08:07 What Roman Britain's Landscape Reveals 11:53 Roman Britain's Mixed Linguistic Influences 13:28 What Caused Roman Britain's Decline? 18:45 Britain's Economic Collapse and Political Crisis 23:51 The Impact of the Barbarian Conspiracy 27:48 Romans Withdraw as Britain Loses Military Strength ------------------------------------------- Welcome to The Great Courses on YouTube. Here, you can enjoy a diverse sampling of educational videos from our extensive library of courses, all taught by some of the world’s greatest professors and subject matter experts. If you are enjoying these videos, you can discover more amazing Great Courses content with ad-free, unlimited streaming of thousands of lectures on subjects ranging from history, science, art, philosophy, and literature to professional development, health and wellness, world travel, hobbies, and so much more with The Great Courses streaming services. With four services to choose from, there’s a Great Courses membership that’s right for you. Discover your perfect fit at https://www.thegreatcourses.com/youtube.