Sack of Rome by Ostrogoths

Date: December 17, 546 • Location: Rome, Italy

Rome was sacked by the Ostrogoths led by Totila after a year-long siege.

In 546, Rome was besieged for a year by the Gothic king Totila during the Gothic War between the Ostrogoths (Goths) and the Byzantine Empire.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Italy's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.