Barbarian Invasions

The Barbarian Invasions refer to a series of migrations and incursions by various non-Roman tribes, mainly during the late Roman Empire, roughly from the 3rd to the 5th centuries AD. Groups such as the Goths, Vandals, Huns, and Franks sought new territories, driven by factors like population pressures and conflicts. These invasions contributed significantly to the decline of the Western Roman Empire, leading to its eventual fall in 476 AD. The term also signifies the broader transformation of Europe, as these tribes established new kingdoms and influenced the cultural and political landscape of the continent.