All organized communities have government, leadership, form of currency or trade, and citizens, etc. Hope this helps.
They had power over the church
As the legions blazed a trail through Europe, the Romans built new highways to link captured cities with Rome and establish them as colonies. These routes ensured that the Roman military could out-pace and out-maneuver its enemies, but they also aided in the everyday maintenance of the Empire.
Im not 100% about the answer, but i think its Starvation.
Without resources or wealth they couldnt obtain food.
-Seth
