BY: THE ROMAN EMPIRE
JANUARY 31, 2024
Constantine the Great, the first Roman Emperor to convert to Christianity, founded the city of Constantinople in 330 CE, later known as Istanbul.
He issued the Edict of Milan in 313 CE, granting religious tolerance to all religions and effectively ending the persecution of Christians.
Constantine's victory at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312 CE is often associated with his conversion to Christianity, reportedly inspired by a vision of the Chi-Rho symbol.
He convened the First Council of Nicaea in 325 CE, aiming to address theological disputes and establish a unified Christian doctrine.
Constantine solidified his dynasty's rule, leading to the establishment of the Constantinian Dynasty, which played a crucial role in shaping the later Roman Empire.
He sponsored various architectural projects, including the construction of the Basilica of Maxentius and the Arch of Constantine in Rome.
Constantine's decision to move the capital of the Roman Empire to Constantinople reflected the growing importance of the Eastern Roman Empire and its strategic location.