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The Vandals In The Early Middle Ages

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Looted churches and wrecked buildings marked the path of the Vandals in the early Middle Ages. The Vandals were a “barbarian” Germanic tribe who battled the Huns and the Goths and invaded Rome. Though they were no more destructive than how other invaders conducted themselves in the time, the name “Vandal” still carries a negative connotation and is used to describe a person who recklessly destroys property. Hence, the term vandalism. What is vandalism? Merriam-Webster defines vandalism as the “willful or malicious destruction or defacement of public or private property.” It’s a persistent problem encountered around the world, and its effects range from minor inconvenience to causing danger and fear to the public. Examples of vandalism include:

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