The Roman Empire survived more because it had economic stability. Its provinces produced food and other goods, carried out trade that brought wealth and also paid taxes. The empire was also well protected.
Dear King,
My children and wife are starving, whilst you and your queen eat lavish meals. I shall not simply: "Eat cake!" (As your wife so rudely implored me to). You must do something now, before you are executed in the town square.
Worriedly,
Mr. Peasant.<span />
New Hampshire is a New England colony.