In 476 عیسوی, a significant event in history occurred with the fall of the Western Roman Empire. This marked the end of ancient Rome's dominance in Europe and the beginning of the Middle Ages. The last Roman emperor, Romulus Augustulus, was deposed by the Germanic king Odoacer, who declared himself king of Italy. The fall of the Western Roman Empire led to a power vacuum in Europe, resulting in the rise of various barbarian kingdoms. This transition significantly influenced the political and cultural landscape of Europe, paving the way for the eventual emergence of the Holy Roman Empire and the spread of Christianity.