How did western europe maintain cultural unity after the fall of the western roman empire?

Europe maintained unity after the Roman Empire. 1 through The power of the Papacy and the Christian faith, and 2 Through Feudalism because even though it caused fractures in regions it offered a clear power structure that allowed Strong nations to bring their weaker neighbors under their direct control.

living during the great depression had a major affect on the mentality many people. a good portion of people who lived during that time do not trust banks. this is likely the result of the many widespread bank failures in the 30s that caused people to lose their life savings.