Constantine

Constantine was the Roman emperor from 312 to 337. He seized power by defeating other contending rulers. Constantine major accomplishment was his conversion to Christianity in a attempt to unify the declining Roman Empire. Constantine's plan succeeded to a certain extent. Constantine's main focus was on the eastern half of the empire. Constantine's reign saw the creation of the Nicene Creed, the prayer of faith for Christians. Constantine also built the capital city of Constantinople. After the fall of the Roman EMpire, the eastern area where Constantine ruled became the Byzantine Empire, and Constantinople became the city of Istanbul.

Created by: Charlie Baker  Sept. 24, 2008

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