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3. Acceptance of Christianity

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3. Acceptance of Christianity

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    1. 3. Acceptance of Christianity a. Attributed his victory to the power of "the God of the Christians" b. Edict of Milan (313 AD) 1. Constantine legalized all religions within the Empire 2. Abandoned the persecution of Christians and restituted their property

    2. 4. Constantinople a. Became sole Emperor of Rome in 324 b. 330 AD---Constantine rebuilt the city and moved the capital from Rome to Constantinople c. Proclaimed as the New Rome

    4. VIII. Achievements A. The Empire 1. Vast empire covering 3 continents 2. It lasted for a long, long time. 625 BC to AD 476 = 1101 years 3. Rome was conquered by the Visigoth Odoacer and his men in the year AD 476 4. Constantinople held on until 1453 AD, falling to the Turks

    6. B. The Roman Army C. Founding Fathers of many Cities D. Great Builders 1. Colosseum: largest amphitheater built to host gladiator games 2. Roads “All Roads Lead to Rome” a. 50,000 miles of roads b. Improved travel, trade, and unity 3. Aqueducts 4. Bath Houses 5. Pantheon: Temple to all the Roman gods (Hadrian)

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