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Let's say that Roman Empire manages to survive to 15th century in roughly the same borders it was in year 1000 AD, and that thematic system survives. Now:
1) What implications would that have for European history?
2) How would thematic military system adapt to 15th century technology (e.g. plate armour)?
3) What would be required in terms of social development for thematic system to survive?