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Goths
Definition: Germanic
tribes that invaded, became part of, then ended the Western
Roman Empire. The term "Goth" also included the Visigoths
and Ostrogoths. Alaric the Visigoth sacked Rome in the 5th
century. Some historians have speculated that the Goths were
driven into the Empire by the Huns, who invaded the Gothic
homeland from the east. However, the story of the Goths is
not only of invasion. For many years, Goths served as
mercenaries in the Roman army.
Related
Resources:
Ancient
Rome
Learn more about the fascinating story of Rome.
Elsewhere
on the Web:
The Goths Entry and Wanderings in the Roman Empire
Find out why they came and why they stayed.
The Goths (the short version)
Condensed for those in a hurry
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