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Divided between East and West since\u003cbr\u003e395, the Roman Empire was under pressure from the so-called “barbarian” peoples: Goths, Germans, Persians, Huns and many others. The threats were many.\u003cbr\u003eThis little-known period has left its marks in our collective imagination, none greater than Arthur, the British chieftain who literary tradition raised to the rank of legendary king. It also knew its fair share of skilled generals and intrepid chiefs. 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