The U.S. and the Roman Empire

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The paper attempts to determine the myriad factors that are involved in the current downturn in U.S. influence while also examining what brought about the fall of Rome. The paper discusses the politics, social welfare, philosophy, military strength and capability and the ability to change and adapt within both civilizations. The paper also highlights many comparative points between the United States and Rome as well as points where the Americans differ from the Romans. The paper is sure that further research and exploration could easily prove that empires always fall and that power never lasts.

From the Paper:

"It is, at least on the surface, an easy comparison to make between the fall of the Roman Empire and the current state of the United States. Indeed the arguments for a direct comparison are manifest. But, are they accurate? Can an empire that reigned over the known world for centuries be compared to a current collapse of the United States's popular opinion and economy throughout the world? Perhaps. The truth is that in the timeline, the United States has held preeminence among the other nations of the world only since the collapse of the Soviet Union just a little over ten years ago - and that does not make an empire. "

Sample of Sources Used:

• Anderson, Gordon L. Philosophy of the United States: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. St. Paul, MN: Paragon House, 2004.
• Starr, Chester G. The Roman Empire, 27 B.C.-A.D. 476: A Study in Survival. New York: Oxford University Press - USA, 1983.

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