Late Antique History
Articles tagged Late Antique History.
When Did the Western Roman Empire Fall?
Nov 19, 2025-By Caiden Pannell
The Western Roman Empire is conventionally dated to AD 476, when Odoacer removed Romulus Augustulus. But Julius Nepos remained emperor until 480.
Did the Huns Cut Their Babies’ Cheeks?
Aug 30, 2025-By Caiden Pannell
Roman historians claimed that Hunnic boys had their cheeks cut at birth. Their accounts survive, but the archaeology cannot confirm the practice.
When Did the Western Roman Empire Fall?
Nov 19, 2025-By Caiden Pannell
The Western Roman Empire is conventionally dated to AD 476, when Odoacer removed Romulus Augustulus. But Julius Nepos remained emperor until 480.
Did the Huns Cut Their Babies’ Cheeks?
Aug 30, 2025-By Caiden Pannell
Roman historians claimed that Hunnic boys had their cheeks cut at birth. Their accounts survive, but the archaeology cannot confirm the practice.
